Hitachi 6 kW under-ceiling
$2,800–$4,800
estimated installed price
Cooling
6 kW
2.5 stars
Heating
7.5 kW
2 stars
Indoor noise
–
dB(A) sound power
Running cost
$544
a year, average zone, at 33c/kWh
Short answer
The Hitachi 6 kW under-ceiling (PAS-2.5UFASNQ1 / PPFC-2.5UFA1NQ) is a 6 kW reverse cycle under-ceiling rated 2.5 stars for cooling and 2 stars for heating in the average climate zone. Installed, expect $2,800 to $4,800; the label's figures put running costs near $544 a year in an average-zone home.
Prices are estimates, not quotes (how we estimate them). Rebate rules checked September 2026.
Compare 3 quotes for my houseFull specifications
- Brand
- Hitachi
- Model numbers
- PAS-2.5UFASNQ1 / PPFC-2.5UFA1NQ
- Type
- Under-ceiling, reverse cycle (heats and cools)
- Cooling capacity
- 6 kW
- Cooling power input
- 1.66 kW
- Heating capacity
- 7.5 kW
- Heating power input
- 2.02 kW
- Annual efficiency, cooling (AEER)
- 3.55
- Annual efficiency, heating (ACOP)
- 3.66
- Indoor sound power
- –
- Outdoor sound power
- –
- Refrigerant
- R32
- Power supply
- Single-phase
- Demand response capable
- Yes
- Country of manufacture
- China
- Energy Rating registration
- AAC7996
- Registration valid until
- 2029-01-08
Star ratings and running cost by climate
The Zoned Energy Rating Label rates each unit for three climates. Annual energy is the label's estimate for typical use in that zone; the cost applies 33c/kWh, around the 2026–27 default electricity offer. Use the running cost calculator for your own hours and tariff.
| Climate zone | Cooling stars | Heating stars | Energy a year | Cost a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HotBrisbane, Darwin | 3.5 stars | 3 stars | 1,699 kWh 1546 cooling, 153 heating | $560 |
| AverageSydney, Adelaide, Perth | 2.5 stars | 2 stars | 1,649 kWh 542 cooling, 1107 heating | $544 |
| ColdCanberra, Hobart, Melbourne | 3 stars | 1.5 stars | 3,453 kWh 347 cooling, 3106 heating | $1,140 |
How it compares with other 6.0 kW units
- Cooling stars (average zone): 2.5 against a median of 3 across 14 6.0 kW under-ceiling units, better than 0% of them.
- Estimated installed price for this size: $2,800 to $4,800. Brand and install difficulty move it within that band.
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FAQ
Hitachi PAS-2.5UFASNQ1 / PPFC-2.5UFA1NQ: common questions
How much does the Hitachi 6 kW under-ceiling cost installed?
Typically $2,800 to $4,800 supplied and installed in 2026 for a standard job at this size. Longer pipe runs, a new circuit, a second storey or removing an old unit add to it. Get up to three local quotes for your actual install.
How much does the Hitachi 6 kW under-ceiling cost to run?
Using the energy label's annual figures at 33c/kWh: about $560 a year in a hot zone, $544 in an average zone and $1,140 in a cold zone. The label assumes typical use; yours will differ with hours, set temperature and insulation.
Where is the Hitachi PAS-2.5UFASNQ1 / PPFC-2.5UFA1NQ made?
The Energy Rating register lists the country of manufacture as China.
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