NEW DELHI: Panasonic's 2026 EZ18 hot-and-cold AC listings start at Rs 43,990 for the CS/CU-EZ18CKYF and reach Rs 46,490 for the CS/CU-EZ18CKYXFM. Both belong to the 1.5 ton, 3 star class, but the more expensive version adds connected controls and changes the airflow and indoor-unit dimensions.
| 2026 EZ18 model | Listed price | MRP | Rated cooling output | Airflow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS/CU-EZ18CKYF | Rs 43,990 | Rs 59,500 | 5000 W | 576 CFM |
| CS/CU-EZ18CKYXFM | Rs 46,490 | Rs 62,000 | 5100 W | 703 CFM |
Price as of 26 October 2026, 23:48 IST. The figures are the official store's displayed product prices, without subtracting bank cashback, exchange value or financing benefits. This list covers the two named 2026 EZ18 versions, rather than every Panasonic AC carrying a similar capacity badge.
The standard version has a smaller indoor unit
The CS/CU-EZ18CKYF provides hot-and-cold operation, an inverter compressor and adjustable cooling modes. Its specifications mark MirAIe and voice-assistant support as absent. Panasonic lists two-way swing in the product description, making this the simpler control arrangement within the pair.
Its indoor unit measures 87.0 cm in length, 22.9 cm in breadth and 29.5 cm in height. That physical footprint matters when an AC has to sit above a window, beside a cupboard or on a short wall. The capacity class alone does not reveal whether the indoor unit will occupy the same space as the machine it replaces.
The published efficiency figures are an ISEER of 4.50 and rated annual consumption of 859.27 kWh. Those are the model's stated rating figures. They are not a prediction of a particular household's meter reading, and the page does not establish a rupee running cost for every electricity tariff or pattern of use.
What changes on the Wi-Fi model
The CS/CU-EZ18CKYXFM supports MirAIe, voice control through compatible Alexa and Google devices, and four-way air swing. Panasonic also identifies it as Matter enabled. The product page describes app functions including remote operation, custom sleep settings and access to service requests.
Its indoor unit is longer: Panasonic specifies 1.04 m in length, 24.4 cm in breadth and 29.6 cm in height. The rated airflow is also higher, as the table shows. These are hardware differences alongside the connected features, so the extra price cannot be described purely as a charge for adding an app.
The smart version has the same listed ISEER of 4.50, while its rated annual consumption is 877.71 kWh. Its cooling output and airflow also differ. Reading those specifications together is more informative than treating the common star label as evidence that both machines behave identically under every operating condition.
Heating and connectivity answer different needs
Both products are described as hot-and-cold ACs. Heating capability is therefore part of the shared proposition, rather than something exclusive to the connected model. The comparison turns on whether remote controls, different air distribution and the larger indoor unit suit the intended installation.
The two full suffixes should remain on any quotation. A description limited to Panasonic EZ18, Wi-Fi AC or hot-and-cold AC is too broad to identify the exact version. The useful comparison is between the named models and their written specifications, with space, operating controls and installation considered together.
Both specification sheets identify R-32 refrigerant and an indoor power-supply connection. These installation details sit alongside the headline features and should stay attached to the correct model documentation when the appliance is handed over for fitting.
Keep warranty extension terms with the quote
Panasonic's store terms distinguish standard cover from a paid promotional extension. The extension requires correct product and invoice details, registration within 90 days of purchase and installation through an authorised channel. The terms also leave visit, labour, transport and incidental charges payable after the first year. An extended warranty banner therefore needs to be read with its coverage table and exclusions.
For related reading, our Daikin installation-price guide separates fitting work from appliance pricing. The Voltas Vertis AI Zest Gold price list covers another AC family, while the LG washer warranty explainer examines component-specific cover.
Official sources: Panasonic's EZ18CKYF listing, EZ18CKYXFM listing and store warranty terms.
