Panasonic NX Wall Mounted 7.1 kW split system
$2,600–$3,900
estimated installed price
Cooling
7.1 kW
3.5 stars
Heating
8 kW
2.5 stars
Indoor noise
–
dB(A) sound power
Running cost
$519
a year, average zone, at 33c/kWh
Short answer
The Panasonic NX Wall Mounted 7.1 kW split system (CU-RZ71AKR / S-71PK4R) is a 7.1 kW reverse cycle wall split rated 3.5 stars for cooling and 2.5 stars for heating in the average climate zone. Installed, expect $2,600 to $3,900; the label's figures put running costs near $519 a year in an average-zone home.
Prices are estimates, not quotes (how we estimate them). Rebate rules checked September 2026.
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- Brand
- Panasonic
- Series
- Panasonic NX Wall Mounted
- Model numbers
- CU-RZ71AKR / S-71PK4R
- Type
- Wall split, reverse cycle (heats and cools)
- Cooling capacity
- 7.1 kW
- Cooling power input
- 2.06 kW
- Heating capacity
- 8 kW
- Heating power input
- 2.09 kW
- Annual efficiency, cooling (AEER)
- 3.41
- Annual efficiency, heating (ACOP)
- 3.79
- Indoor sound power
- –
- Outdoor sound power
- –
- Refrigerant
- R32
- Power supply
- Single-phase
- Demand response capable
- Yes
- Country of manufacture
- Malaysia
- Energy Rating registration
- AAC9107
- Registration valid until
- 2030-07-21
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 | 3.5 stars | 1,855 kWh 1710 cooling, 145 heating | $612 |
| AverageSydney, Adelaide, Perth | 3.5 stars | 2.5 stars | 1,572 kWh 581 cooling, 991 heating | $519 |
| ColdCanberra, Hobart, Melbourne | 3.5 stars | 2 stars | 3,109 kWh 367 cooling, 2742 heating | $1,026 |
How it compares with other 7.1 kW units
- Cooling stars (average zone): 3.5 against a median of 3.5 across 207 7.1 kW wall split units, better than 49% of them.
- Estimated installed price for this size: $2,600 to $3,900. Brand and install difficulty move it within that band.
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FAQ
Panasonic CU-RZ71AKR / S-71PK4R: common questions
How much does the Panasonic NX Wall Mounted 7.1 kW split system cost installed?
Typically $2,600 to $3,900 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 Panasonic NX Wall Mounted 7.1 kW split system cost to run?
Using the energy label's annual figures at 33c/kWh: about $612 a year in a hot zone, $519 in an average zone and $1,026 in a cold zone. The label assumes typical use; yours will differ with hours, set temperature and insulation.
Where is the Panasonic CU-RZ71AKR / S-71PK4R made?
The Energy Rating register lists the country of manufacture as Malaysia.
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