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Whirlpool WHR27**E family
2.7 cu ft · Compact Refrigerator refrigerator
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About the Whirlpool WHR27**E family
The Whirlpool WHR27**E family is a 2.7 cu ft compact refrigerator refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 215 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $39 a year, or $469 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (240 kWh a year), a saving of about $5 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,440 compact refrigerator models it ranks #360 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $238 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Fisher & Paykel RB36S uses 150 kWh a year and would save about $142 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
215 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
Cheaper to run, same type and size
Or see every compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.
| Fisher & Paykel RB36S | 3.7 cu ft | $27/yr | saves $142 |
| Avanti RMRS31X6BL-IS | 3 cu ft | $31/yr | saves $100 |
| Avanti RMRS31X**-IS family | 3 cu ft | $31/yr | saves $100 |
| Sub-Zero DEU1550B*/* family | 3.1 cu ft | $33/yr | saves $70 |
Specs
| Brand | Whirlpool |
| Model | WHR27**E |
| Type | Compact Refrigerator |
| Energy use | 215 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 240 kWh / year |
| Size | 2.7 cu ft |
| Width | 19.1 in |
| Height | 24.7 in |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | Yes |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the Whirlpool WHR27**E family cost to run?
About $39 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 215 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the Whirlpool WHR27**E family cost in electricity over its life?
About $469 over 12 years, a typical life for a refrigerator. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the Whirlpool WHR27**E family energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 10% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Fisher & Paykel RB36S uses 150 kWh a year, about $142 less in electricity over 12 years.
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