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4-ton central heat pump · Hi-PRO HD

Hisense AUWR-4824P

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

Ranks #62 of 319 4 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,379 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
19.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Very good · beats 85%
HSPF2
9.0 Heating efficiency over a season
Average · beats 54%
EER2
12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 64%
Heat at 5°F
37,000 BTU/h77% of its 47°F output
Excellent · beats 99%

A good fit if…

  • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 85% of central heat pumps.
  • Your winters get properly cold - it is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified, with 37,000 BTU/h at 5°F.
  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

Think twice if…

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

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Details

Specifications4 ton, R-454B
General
BrandHisense
Outdoor unit modelAUWR-4824P
SeriesHi-PRO HD
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size4 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-454B
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceJuly 24, 2024
Last certifiedMay 1, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better19.0 (range 16.5-19.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors12.0-12.1
Cooling capacity48,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.3-9.0
Capacity at 47°F48,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F33,000-36,600 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F34,000-37,000 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.90-2.52
ENERGY STAR cold climateYes
Heating output as it gets colder77% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with AUH-4824 at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups3 indoor units

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

Indoor unitSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
AUH-4824 · cold climate19.012.09.037,000215278607
AHU-48U3T24 · cold climate19.012.09.037,000217728088
DC49B3J · cold climate16.512.18.334,000217178840
Same unit, other model numbers1

These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Hisense AUWR-4824P: the same equipment under another brand, or a variant code for voltage, colour or market. Everything on this page applies to them.

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$1,190-$3,332

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

Questions6
What is the SEER2 rating of the Hisense AUWR-4824P?
The Hisense AUWR-4824P is rated at up to 19.0 SEER2 and 12.0 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 3 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 16.5-19.0.
Is the Hisense AUWR-4824P good for cold climates?
Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 37,000 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 2.52, so it is still 2.5 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
How much does the Hisense AUWR-4824P cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,190-$3,332 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,487 in Phoenix and $2,800 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Is the Hisense AUWR-4824P the same as the Hisense AOH-48U3T24P?
Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists both 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 Hisense AUWR-4824P?
ENERGY STAR lists 3 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use AUH-4824, AHU-48U3T24, DC49B3J.
What refrigerant does the Hisense AUWR-4824P use?
It uses R-454B.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $1,487/yrYou save $988/yrSee details ↓
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2. The heat pump Hisense AUWR-4824P
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$1,487
Current system, per year
$2,475
You save per year
$988
Payback
18.2 years
Net after 10 years
-$8,116

Cooling $889Heating $597Electricity used: 9,291 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $412

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 May 1, 2026. How we use the data.