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Sub-Zero ID-30CI

5.0 cu ft compact refrigerator. Uses 10% less energy than the federal limit for its class. #372 of 372 compact fridges 5+ cu ft, by yearly cost.

Source: EPA ENERGY STAR Certified Residential Refrigerators dataset, data.energystar.gov. Refreshed Oct 24, 2026.

$83 at 18.16¢/kWhper year
$832 at 18.16¢/kWhover 10 years
$345 at 18.16¢/kWh10-yr extra vs. similar size

Recall check

CPSC recalls that mention Sub-Zero refrigerators, fridges and freezers (checked Oct 24, 2026). Check whether your model number is listed in the notice:

• Sub-Zero Will Inspect Refrigerators That Can Tip Over (1994-09-19)

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Yearly cost, side by side

This model$83 at 18.16¢/kWh
Typical similar-size model (566 compact refrigerator models)$49 at 18.16¢/kWh
Federal max for this class$91 at 18.16¢/kWh
Thirstiest certified compact fridges$85 at 18.16¢/kWh
Good to know
Compact fridges are often put in warm spots like garages or dorm closets. A hotter room makes any fridge work harder than the EPA test assumes.

Also sold as

The EPA record lists no additional model numbers.

Certification history

ENERGY STAR certified 2014-05-01. On the market since 2013-09-01. EPA record 2212207.

Energy and specs

TypeCompact Refrigerator
Product class15I - Compact Refrigerator-Freezer - automatic defrost bottom-mount- with an automatic icemaker
Total capacity5.0 cu ft
Adjusted volume6.5 cu ft
Height × width34.5 × 30 in
Counter depthYes
CompactYes
Built-inNo
Ice makerYes
Through-door dispenserNo
DefrostAutomatic
Connected (smart)No
RefrigerantR-600a (GWP:3 | Lower GWP)
Annual energy use458 kWh
Federal max for its class500 kWh
MarketsUnited States, Canada

Source: EPA ENERGY STAR Certified Residential Refrigerators, record 2212207. Most Efficient reflects the EPA field "meets most efficient criteria".

Similar models from other brands

Rule: certified compact fridges within 1 cu ft of this one (4.0 to 6.0 cu ft), other brands only, lowest energy first.

BrandModelSizeEnergyCost
Fisher & PaykelRS2435SB*4.6 cu ft106 kWh$19 at 18.16¢/kWh/yr
LiebherrUR37504.7 cu ft115 kWh$21 at 18.16¢/kWh/yr
LiebherrUR36504.4 cu ft125 kWh$23 at 18.16¢/kWh/yr
LiebherrURP36534.1 cu ft125 kWh$23 at 18.16¢/kWh/yr
Fisher & PaykelRS2435SB*T*4.6 cu ft137 kWh$25 at 18.16¢/kWh/yr
FrigidaireFFCS0562AW5.1 cu ft170 kWh$31 at 18.16¢/kWh/yr
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