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      1.5-ton central heat pump · MVC series

      MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0

      Very good cooling efficiency and below average heating efficiency for a 1.5-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

      Ranks #38 of 170 1.5 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $642 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

      SEER2
      19.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
      Very good · beats 85%
      HSPF2
      8.2 Heating efficiency over a season
      Below average · beats 28%
      EER2
      13.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
      Very good · beats 89%
      Heat at 5°F
      17,800 BTU/h79% of its 47°F output
      Below average · beats 0%

      A good fit if…

      • You want low cooling bills - its SEER2 beats 85% of central heat pumps.
      • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

      Think twice if…

      • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
      • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for central heat pumps.
      • You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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      Details

      Specifications1.5 ton, R-410A
      General
      BrandMDV
      Outdoor unit modelMOD30U-30HFN1-MR0
      SeriesMVC series
      TypeCentral heat pump
      Nominal size1.5 ton
      CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
      RefrigerantR-410A
      Connected (smart) capableNo
      On the market sinceJuly 21, 2023
      Last certifiedJune 3, 2026
      Cooling
      SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better19.0 (range 19.0)
      EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors13.0
      Cooling capacity18,000 BTU/h
      Heating
      HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.2
      Capacity at 47°F22,600 BTU/h
      Capacity at 17°F12,800 BTU/h
      Capacity at 5°F17,800 BTU/h
      COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.50
      ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
      Heating output as it gets colder79% kept at 5°F

      Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with MVC-18HWFN1-M at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

      Certified matchups1 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.
      MVC-18HWFN1-M19.013.08.217,800213214821
      Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$452-$1,635

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

      Questions5
      What is the SEER2 rating of the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0?
      The MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0 is rated at up to 19.0 SEER2 and 13.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.2 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
      Is the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0 good for cold climates?
      It is not cold-climate certified: none of its matchups meet the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria (a COP of at least 1.75 at 5°F among other limits). In places with frequent sub-zero nights, pick a cold-climate 1.5-ton model.
      How much does the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0 cost to run per year?
      At its rated efficiency it costs about $452-$1,635 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $616 in Phoenix and $1,412 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
      Which indoor units work with the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0?
      ENERGY STAR lists 1 certified combination for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated one uses MVC-18HWFN1-M.
      What refrigerant does the MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0 use?
      It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

      Running cost and savings

      Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

      Heat pump $642/yrYou save $361/yrSee details ↓
      1. Where you live
      Adjust heating and cooling hours

      Filled in from your city's climate. Change them if you run the system much more or less than usual.

      2. The heat pump MDV MOD30U-30HFN1-MR0
      3. What it replaces
      4. Price replace the example with your quote
      Heat pump, per year
      $642
      Current system, per year
      $1,003
      You save per year
      $361
      Payback
      19.4 years
      Net after 10 years
      -$3,388

      Cooling $333Heating $309Electricity used: 4,013 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $138

      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 June 3, 2026. How we use the data.