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3-ton central heat pump · MDV Series

Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A)

Very good cooling and heating efficiency for a 3-ton central heat pump, and certified for cold climates.

Ranks #51 of 302 3 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $979 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
19.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
Very good · beats 85%
HSPF2
9.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Very good · beats 70%
EER2
11.8 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 54%
Heat at 5°F
34,000 BTU/h85% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 39%

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 34,000 BTU/h at 5°F.
  • It will heat most of the year - its HSPF2 beats 70% 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.

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Details

Specifications3 ton, R-454B
General
BrandMidea
Outdoor unit modelMDV-V36WMN10T(A)
SeriesMDV Series
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size3 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-454B
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceNovember 6, 2025
Last certifiedApril 27, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better19.0 (range 16.0-19.0)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors9.8-11.8
Cooling capacity32,600-36,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.0-9.5
Capacity at 47°F34,200-40,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F27,800-31,200 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F28,000-34,000 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.85-2.00
ENERGY STAR cold climateYes
Heating output as it gets colder85% kept at 5°F

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

Certified matchups14 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 unitFurnaceSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
- MIDEA · cold climate-19.011.89.534,000217992174
- MIDEA · cold climate-18.011.79.334,000217992175
- MIDEA · cold climate-17.011.59.534,000217992168
MVME36B2MN10TB · cold climate-16.511.09.030,000217992224
MIH36VMN10 · cold climate-16.511.09.030,000217992234
MVME36B2MN10TD · cold climate-16.511.09.030,000218159715
MC**3036AN10TH · cold climateMGV97U060B3A16.09.88.228,000217992207
MC**3036AN10TH · cold climateMGV97U080B3A16.09.88.228,000217992208
MCPM3036BN10TH · cold climateMGV97U060B3A16.09.88.228,000217992209
MCPM3036BN10TH · cold climateMGV97U080B3A16.09.88.230,000217992210
MC**4248BN10TH · cold climateMGV97U080B3A16.010.08.230,000217992213
MC**3036CN10TH · cold climateMGV97U080C4A16.09.88.028,000217992211
MC**3036CN10TH · cold climateMGV97U100C5A16.010.08.028,000217992212
MC**4248CN10TH · cold climateMGV97U100C5A16.010.08.028,000217992214
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$843-$2,366

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

Questions5
What is the SEER2 rating of the Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A)?
The Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A) is rated at up to 19.0 SEER2 and 11.8 EER2 for cooling and up to 9.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 14 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 16.0-19.0.
Is the Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A) good for cold climates?
Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 34,000 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 2.00, so it is still 2.0 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
How much does the Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A) cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $843-$2,366 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,054 in Phoenix and $1,989 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 Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A)?
ENERGY STAR lists 14 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use MVME36B2MN10TB, MIH36VMN10, MVME36B2MN10TD.
What refrigerant does the Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A) use?
It uses R-454B.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $1,054/yrYou save $732/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump Midea MDV-V36WMN10T(A)
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$1,054
Current system, per year
$1,786
You save per year
$732
Payback
17.8 years
Net after 10 years
-$5,685

Cooling $630Heating $424Electricity used: 6,589 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $320

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 April 27, 2026. How we use the data.