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Bottom Freezer Top 10% cheapest to run

Liebherr C5740IM: $67 a year to run

This refrigerator uses 370 kWh of electricity a year. At the U.S. average price that is $67 a year and $808 over a typical 12-year life. It ranks #45 of 1421 bottom freezer models for running cost.

Per year (U.S. avg)
$67
Over 12 years
$808
Saves vs the federal minimum
$31/yr
Size
12.8 cu ft

Where to buy

Compare the price, then add the running cost below to get the true cost.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$67
Electricity over 12 years
$808
Add the price you pay
+ $808

370 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

LG LB12S2000 series11.8 cu ft$52/yrsaves $186
Beko BFBF2414SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $183
Blomberg BRFB1045SS11.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $183
Liebherr C525011.4 cu ft$52/yrsaves $179

Specs

BrandLiebherr
ModelC5740IM
TypeBottom Freezer
Energy use370 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type539 kWh / year
Width24 in
FeaturesIce maker, Counter depth

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.

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