What is the SEER2 rating of the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A?

The MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A is rated at up to 16.6 SEER2 and 13.5 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.1 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 13 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 15.6-16.6.

Is the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A 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 3-ton model.

How much does the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A cost to run per year?

At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,007-$2,635 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,233 in Phoenix and $2,195 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 MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A?

ENERGY STAR lists 13 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV, MCVP36BNPA+TDR+TXV, MCVP36ANPA+TDR+TXV.

What refrigerant does the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A 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.

3-ton central heat pump · MHP17 SERIES

MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A

Average cooling efficiency and below average heating efficiency for a 3-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #192 of 302 3 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,108 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2: 16.6 Cooling efficiency over a season
Average · beats 42%
HSPF2: 8.1 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 20%
EER2: 13.5 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Excellent · beats 95%
Heat at 5°F: 17,600 BTU/h53% of its 47°F output
Very good · beats 81%

A good fit if…

You want a choice of indoor units - 13 certified pairings.

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.
Comfort and noise matter - a single-stage compressor runs only full-on or off.

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Details

Specifications3 ton, R-410A

General
Brand	MRCOOL
Outdoor unit model	MHP17036A-**A
Series	MHP17 SERIES
Type	Central heat pump
Nominal size	3 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low power	Single stage
Refrigerant	R-410A
Connected (smart) capable	No
On the market since	October 25, 2022
Last certified	October 27, 2025
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	16.6 (range 15.6-16.6)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors	12.2-13.5
Cooling capacity	35,400-36,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better	7.8-8.1
Capacity at 47°F	32,800-34,200 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F	21,600-22,400 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F	16,800-17,600 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater	2.08-2.24
ENERGY STAR cold climate	No

Heating output as it gets colder53% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups13 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.
MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE090C5A	16.6	13.5	8.0	17,400	211736684
MCVP36BNPA+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE090B4A	16.6	13.5	7.8	16,800	210441078
MCVP36ANPA+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE090B4A	16.6	13.5	7.8	16,800	210326081
MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE110C5A	16.4	13.0	8.1	17,400	211736701
MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV	MGM96SE110C5XA	16.4	13.0	8.0	17,500	211736795
MCHP48BNPA*+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE090B4A	16.2	13.0	8.0	17,200	211736412
MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV	MGM96SE090C4XA	16.2	13.0	8.0	17,500	211736779
MCVP36ANPA+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE045A3A	16.0	13.0	7.8	17,000	210326063
MCVP36ANPA+TDR+TXV	MGM80SE070B3A	16.0	13.0	7.8	17,200	210326065
MCVP36BNPA+TDR+TXV	MGM96SE070B3XA	15.8	12.5	7.8	17,000	210441079
MCVP36ANPA+TDR+TXV	MGM96SE070B3XA	15.8	12.5	7.8	17,000	210326067
MAHM042CTA	-	15.6	12.2	8.1	17,600	211174412
MCHP48BNPA*+TDR+TXV	MGM96SE070B3XA	15.6	12.5	7.8	17,400	211736487

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$1,007-$2,635

Phoenix, AZ$1,233/yr
Miami, FL$1,007/yr
Houston, TX$1,105/yr
Atlanta, GA$1,108/yr
Los Angeles, CA$1,076/yr
New York, NY$2,635/yr
Chicago, IL$2,136/yr
Denver, CO$1,774/yr
Seattle, WA$1,089/yr
Minneapolis, MN$2,195/yr

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

Questions5

What is the SEER2 rating of the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A?: The MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A is rated at up to 16.6 SEER2 and 13.5 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.1 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 13 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 15.6-16.6.
Is the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A 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 3-ton model.
How much does the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A cost to run per year?: At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,007-$2,635 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,233 in Phoenix and $2,195 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 MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A?: ENERGY STAR lists 13 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use MCHP51CNPA*+TDR+TXV, MCVP36BNPA+TDR+TXV, MCVP36ANPA+TDR+TXV.
What refrigerant does the MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A 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

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Heat pump $1,219/yrYou save $583/yrSee details ↓

1. Where you live

StateCityElectricity ¢ per kWh

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2. The heat pump MRCOOL MHP17036A-**A

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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)

4. Price replace the example with your quote

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

Heat pump, per year: $1,219
Current system, per year: $1,803
You save per year: $583
Payback: 23.1 years
Net after 10 years: -$7,666

Cooling $755Heating $465Electricity used: 7,622 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $159

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 October 27, 2025. How we use the data.