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Marvel MR**#18-**S#1A family
3.5 cu ft · Compact Refrigerator refrigerator
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About the Marvel MR**#18-**S#1A family
The Marvel MR**#18-**S#1A family is a 3.5 cu ft compact refrigerator refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 227 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $41 a year, or $495 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 22% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (291 kWh a year), a saving of about $12 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,440 compact refrigerator models it ranks #552 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $264 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 Liebherr UR3650 uses 125 kWh a year and would save about $223 over 12 years.
Listed features: counter depth.
Cost to run where you live
227 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.
| Liebherr UR3650 | 4.4 cu ft | $23/yr | saves $223 |
| Liebherr URP3653 | 4.1 cu ft | $23/yr | saves $223 |
| Fisher & Paykel RB36S | 3.7 cu ft | $27/yr | saves $168 |
| Avanti RMRS31X6BL-IS | 3 cu ft | $31/yr | saves $127 |
Specs
| Brand | Marvel |
| Model | MR**#18-**S#1A |
| Type | Compact Refrigerator |
| Energy use | 227 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 291 kWh / year |
| Size | 3.5 cu ft |
| Width | 18 in |
| Features | Counter depth |
| Height | 34 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| 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 Marvel MR**#18-**S#1A family cost to run?
About $41 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 227 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 Marvel MR**#18-**S#1A family cost in electricity over its life?
About $495 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 Marvel MR**#18-**S#1A family energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 22% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Liebherr UR3650 uses 125 kWh a year, about $223 less in electricity over 12 years.
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