What is the SEER2 rating of the Daikin DH9VSA4810A?

The Daikin DH9VSA4810A is rated at up to 18.0 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.0 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 35 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 16.2-18.0.

Is the Daikin DH9VSA4810A good for cold climates?

Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 44,000 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 1.90, so it is still 1.9 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.

How much does the Daikin DH9VSA4810A cost to run per year?

At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,202-$3,282 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,491 in Phoenix and $2,749 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.

Is the Daikin DH9VSA4810A the same as the Goodman GZV9SA4810A?

Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists 3 model numbers with identical efficiency, capacity and matchups, which means the same outdoor unit sold under a different brand or with a minor variant code (voltage, colour or region). The full list is on this page.

Which indoor units work with the Daikin DH9VSA4810A?

ENERGY STAR lists 35 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use DFVE60DP1300A, DFVE60DP0300A, CAHEA3630C3A*+MBVK16CH*X00A.

4-ton central heat pump · DH9VSA

Daikin DH9VSA4810A

Average cooling and heating efficiency for a 4-ton central heat pump, and certified for cold climates.

Ranks #92 of 319 4 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,366 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2: 18.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Average · beats 66%
HSPF2: 9.0 Heating efficiency over a season
Average · beats 54%
EER2: 11.7 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 43%
Heat at 5°F: 44,000 BTU/h92% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 20%

A good fit if…

Your winters get properly cold - it is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified, with 44,000 BTU/h at 5°F.
You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.
You want a choice of indoor units - 35 certified pairings.

Think twice if…

Nothing stands out - its ratings have no weak spot for its class.

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Details

Specifications4 ton, R-32

General
Brand	Daikin
Also sold as	Goodman, Amana
Outdoor unit model	DH9VSA4810A
Series	DH9VSA
Type	Central heat pump
Nominal size	4 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low power	Continuously variable
Refrigerant	R-32
Connected (smart) capable	Yes
On the market since	November 17, 2025
Last certified	March 11, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	18.0 (range 16.2-18.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors	10.5-11.7
Cooling capacity	45,000-46,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	8.5-9.0
Capacity at 47°F	46,000-48,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F	29,400-30,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F	44,000 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater	1.80-1.90
ENERGY STAR cold climate	Yes

Heating output as it gets colder92% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with DFVE60DP1300A at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups35 indoor units

The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit and furnace. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

Indoor unit	Furnace	SEER2	EER2	HSPF2	Heat @5°F	AHRI ref.
DFVE60DP1300A · cold climate	-	18.0	11.7	9.0	44,000	217989107
DFVE60DP0300A · cold climate	-	18.0	11.7	9.0	44,000	217989171
CAHEA3630C3A+MBVK16CHX00A · cold climate	-	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989172
CAEA60303A*+MBVK20DP1X00A · cold climate	-	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989174
CAEA60303A*+MBVK16CP1X00A · cold climate	-	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989176
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D80TC1005CA*	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989186
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D80TC0805DA*	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989188
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D80TC0805CA*	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989190
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D80TC0804CA*	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989192
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D80SC0805CUA	18.0	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989196
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D96TC1205DNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989178
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D96TC1005DNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989180
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D96TC1005CNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989182
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D96TC0804CNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989184
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D96SC0805CUA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989194
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D97MC1205DNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989198
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D97MC1005CNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989200
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D97MC0804CNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	217989202
CAEA60303A · cold climate	D96VC1205DNA	17.5	11.0	9.0	44,000	218003037
CHPEA48303A+MBVK20DP1X00A · cold climate	-	17.5	11.0	8.5	44,000	217989173
CHPEA48303A+MBVK16CP1X00A · cold climate	-	17.0	11.0	8.5	44,000	217989175
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D80TC1005CA*	16.5	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989185
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D80TC0805DA*	16.5	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989187
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D80SC0805CUA	16.5	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989195
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D80TC0805CA*	16.5	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989189
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D80TC0804CA*	16.5	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989191
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D96TC1205DNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989177
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D96TC1005DNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989179
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D96TC1005CNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989181
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D96TC0804CNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989183
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D96SC0805CUA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989193
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D97MC1205DNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989197
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D97MC1005CNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989199
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D97MC0804CNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	217989201
CHPEA4830*3A · cold climate	D96VC1205DNA	16.2	10.5	8.5	44,000	218003036

Same unit, other model numbers2

These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Daikin DH9VSA4810A: the same equipment under another brand, or a variant code for voltage, colour or market. Everything on this page applies to them.

Goodman GZV9SA4810A
Amana AZV9SA4810A

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$1,202-$3,282

Phoenix, AZ$1,491/yr
Miami, FL$1,202/yr
Houston, TX$1,337/yr
Atlanta, GA$1,366/yr
Los Angeles, CA$1,333/yr
New York, NY$3,282/yr
Chicago, IL$2,668/yr
Denver, CO$2,220/yr
Seattle, WA$1,366/yr
Minneapolis, MN$2,749/yr

At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.

Questions6

What is the SEER2 rating of the Daikin DH9VSA4810A?: The Daikin DH9VSA4810A is rated at up to 18.0 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.0 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 35 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 16.2-18.0.
Is the Daikin DH9VSA4810A good for cold climates?: Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 44,000 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 1.90, so it is still 1.9 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
How much does the Daikin DH9VSA4810A cost to run per year?: At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,202-$3,282 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,491 in Phoenix and $2,749 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Is the Daikin DH9VSA4810A the same as the Goodman GZV9SA4810A?: Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists 3 model numbers with identical efficiency, capacity and matchups, which means the same outdoor unit sold under a different brand or with a minor variant code (voltage, colour or region). The full list is on this page.
Which indoor units work with the Daikin DH9VSA4810A?: ENERGY STAR lists 35 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use DFVE60DP1300A, DFVE60DP0300A, CAHEA3630C3A*+MBVK16CH*X00A.
What refrigerant does the Daikin DH9VSA4810A use?: It uses R-32.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $1,484/yrYou save $904/yrSee details ↓

1. Where you live

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2. The heat pump Daikin DH9VSA4810A

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SEER2 cooling efficiencyHSPF2 heating efficiencyCooling capacity BTU/hHeating capacity BTU/h

3. What it replaces

Current heatingFurnace efficiency (AFUE %)Gas price, $/thermCurrent coolingOld AC rating SEER2 (10 ≈ 15+ years old)

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Installed price, $Rebates and incentives, $ utility, state

Heat pump, per year: $1,484
Current system, per year: $2,388
You save per year: $904
Payback: 19.4 years
Net after 10 years: -$8,462

Cooling $900Heating $585Electricity used: 9,278 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $350

Estimates use the unit's rated SEER2 and HSPF2, full-load hours derived from NOAA 1991-2020 degree days, average residential electricity prices from the U.S. EIA (12 months to July 2026) and fuel prices from EIA (2025 for natural gas, week of 2026-10-05 for propane and heating oil). Very cold days that need backup heat are not modelled. Federal minimum for comparison: 14.3 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2.

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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of March 11, 2026. How we use the data.