4-ton central heat pump · E Series
Kinghome KU60UXO
Very good cooling efficiency and excellent heating efficiency for a 4-ton central heat pump, and certified for cold climates.
Ranks #32 of 319 4 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,389 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.
- SEER2
- 19.0 Cooling efficiency over a seasonVery good · beats 85%
- HSPF2
- 10.5 Heating efficiency over a seasonExcellent · beats 96%
- EER2
- 11.7 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F dayAverage · beats 43%
- Heat at 5°F
- 54,000 BTU/h100% of its 47°F outputAverage · beats 58%
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 54,000 BTU/h at 5°F.
- It will heat most of the year - its HSPF2 beats 96% of central heat pumps.
- 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.
Details
Specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kinghome |
| Also sold as | Willis, QuébecVair |
| Outdoor unit model | KU60UXO |
| Series | E Series |
| Type | Central heat pump |
| Nominal size | 4 ton |
| CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low power | Continuously variable |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Connected (smart) capable | No |
| On the market since | March 10, 2025 |
| Last certified | September 16, 2026 |
| Cooling | |
| SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better | 19.0 (range 16.0-19.0) |
| EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors | 9.8-11.7 |
| Cooling capacity | 47,000-53,000 BTU/h |
| Heating | |
| HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better | 9.0-10.5 |
| Capacity at 47°F | 48,000-54,000 BTU/h |
| Capacity at 17°F | 35,200-45,000 BTU/h |
| Capacity at 5°F | 48,000-54,000 BTU/h |
| COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater | 1.80-2.10 |
| ENERGY STAR cold climate | Yes |
Heating output as it gets colder
Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with KD48UXI at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:
Certified matchups
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 unit | SEER2 | EER2 | HSPF2 | Heat @5°F | AHRI ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KD48UXI · cold climate | 19.0 | 11.7 | 10.0 | 48,000 | 217194946 |
| KD60UXI · cold climate | 18.2 | 11.2 | 10.5 | 54,000 | 217194947 |
| KCAC60HI · cold climate | 16.0 | 9.8 | 9.0 | 54,000 | 217603526 |
| KCAC48HI · cold climate | 16.0 | 11.0 | 9.0 | 48,000 | 217603527 |
Same unit, other model numbers
These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Kinghome KU60UXO: the same equipment under another brand, or a variant code for voltage, colour or market. Everything on this page applies to them.
- Willis FLEX60KUHR32
- QuébecVair QVCOND48/60KR32
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities
- Phoenix, AZ$1,562/yr
- Miami, FL$1,284/yr
- Houston, TX$1,399/yr
- Atlanta, GA$1,389/yr
- Los Angeles, CA$1,345/yr
- New York, NY$3,285/yr
- Chicago, IL$2,661/yr
- Denver, CO$2,207/yr
- Seattle, WA$1,352/yr
- Minneapolis, MN$2,729/yr
At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.
Questions
- What is the SEER2 rating of the Kinghome KU60UXO?
- The Kinghome KU60UXO is rated at up to 19.0 SEER2 and 11.7 EER2 for cooling and up to 10.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 4 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 16.0-19.0.
- Is the Kinghome KU60UXO good for cold climates?
- Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 54,000 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 2.10, so it is still 2.1 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
- How much does the Kinghome KU60UXO cost to run per year?
- At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,284-$3,285 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,562 in Phoenix and $2,729 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
- Is the Kinghome KU60UXO the same as the Willis FLEX60KUHR32?
- 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 Kinghome KU60UXO?
- ENERGY STAR lists 4 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use KD48UXI, KD60UXI, KCAC60HI.
- What refrigerant does the Kinghome KU60UXO use?
- It uses R-32.
Running cost and savings
Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.
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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of September 16, 2026. How we use the data.