Panasonic NX Mini Cassette 2.5 kW ceiling cassette
$3,500–$7,000
estimated installed price
Cooling
2.5 kW
2 stars
Heating
3.2 kW
3 stars
Indoor noise
–
dB(A) sound power
Running cost
$220
a year, average zone, at 33c/kWh
Short answer
The Panasonic NX Mini Cassette 2.5 kW ceiling cassette (U-25PZ3R5/S-25PY3E) is a 2.5 kW reverse cycle ceiling cassette rated 2 stars for cooling and 3 stars for heating in the average climate zone. Installed, expect $3,500 to $7,000; the label's figures put running costs near $220 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 Mini Cassette
- Model numbers
- U-25PZ3R5/S-25PY3E
- Type
- Ceiling cassette, reverse cycle (heats and cools)
- Cooling capacity
- 2.5 kW
- Cooling power input
- 0.56 kW
- Heating capacity
- 3.2 kW
- Heating power input
- 0.72 kW
- Heating output at 2°C outside
- 3.33 kW
- Annual efficiency, cooling (AEER)
- 4.19
- Annual efficiency, heating (ACOP)
- 4.23
- Indoor sound power
- –
- Outdoor sound power
- –
- Refrigerant
- R32
- Power supply
- Single-phase
- Demand response capable
- Yes
- Country of manufacture
- Malaysia
- Energy Rating registration
- AAC10455
- Registration valid until
- 2031-11-10
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 stars | 3 stars | 718 kWh 637 cooling, 81 heating | $237 |
| AverageSydney, Adelaide, Perth | 2 stars | 3 stars | 664 kWh 250 cooling, 414 heating | $220 |
| ColdCanberra, Hobart, Melbourne | 2 stars | 2.5 stars | 1,232 kWh 167 cooling, 1065 heating | $406 |
How it compares with other 2.5 kW units
- Cooling stars (average zone): 2 against a median of 3 across 23 2.5 kW ceiling cassette units, better than 4% of them.
- Estimated installed price for this size: $3,500 to $7,000. Brand and install difficulty move it within that band.
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FAQ
Panasonic U-25PZ3R5/S-25PY3E: common questions
How much does the Panasonic NX Mini Cassette 2.5 kW ceiling cassette cost installed?
Typically $3,500 to $7,000 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 Mini Cassette 2.5 kW ceiling cassette cost to run?
Using the energy label's annual figures at 33c/kWh: about $237 a year in a hot zone, $220 in an average zone and $406 in a cold zone. The label assumes typical use; yours will differ with hours, set temperature and insulation.
Where is the Panasonic U-25PZ3R5/S-25PY3E made?
The Energy Rating register lists the country of manufacture as Malaysia.
Sources
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