Continental 16 SEER Review

Offering Canadian consumers an ENERGY STAR®-certified SEER performance rating of up to 15, the Continental 16 SEER air conditioner allows you to enjoy hot summer temperatures in the comfort of your own home. Designed with the brand's superior engineering technology, this unit meets the highest of quality standards.

The air conditioner uses a unique swept-shaped fan blade to efficiently increase airflow. The part can guarantee long-term durability thanks to its plated steel hub and aluminum blade construction.

In a Nutshell

Average Price (with installation): $2800 - $4500

Top Features

• A SEER performance rating of up to 15
• ENERGY STAR® certified
• High-efficiency single-stage Copeland Scroll™ compressor

The Bottom Line

The Continental 16 SEER air conditioner is ideal for those Canadian homeowners who are looking for a simple, yet highly durable unit. The model features a wealth of top of the line components to promise efficient performance and long-term reliability. Meanwhile, the ENERGY STAR certification gives you peace of mind that your unit is cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

In-Depth Review

Continental 16 SEER Specifications:

• Compressor type: Single-Stage
• A compact aluminum Micro-Channel condenser coil allows for a smaller sized air conditioner that uses much less refrigerant
• An industry leading Emerson EK filter drier removes unwanted debris and contaminants from your unit's refrigerant to extend the life of your air conditioner.

With its advanced coil technology as well as a high-efficiency single-stage Copeland Scroll™ compressor, the Continental 16 SEER air conditioner is an impressive unit. Additionally, Canadian consumers will enjoy knowing that this unit’s engineered and assembled in Canada.

Other Key Features

• The swept fan blades offer optimizes airflow and quiet operation
• An easily accessible electrical connections allow for streamlined maintenance calls
• The environmentally friendly R-410A refrigerant offers higher SEER rating while not contributing to ozone depletion

Warranty Information

The Continental 16 SEER air conditioner’s backed by the brand's extensive warranty coverage to give Canadian consumers complete peace of mind. This includes a limited 10-year compressor protection warranty as well as a limited 10-year parts protection warranty. 

Comparable Models by Continental

Model Comparison by Features

As the most efficient unit available from Continental, one would think that the 16 SEER air conditioner offers a range of features that are different from the rest of the brand's selection. However, this is not the case. All Continental air conditioners come with the same range of high-quality internal components. The difference between them lies in their specific cooling capacities, demonstrated through their BTU/h. 

Model Comparison by Price

Depending on the size of your home and your available budget, Continental has an air conditioner for you. The high-efficiency 16 SEER air conditioner ranks most expensive of the brand's selection, but offers their most comprehensive cooling comfort. Compared to the 14 SEER unit, the 16 SEER offers Canadian homeowners ENERGY STAR certification to bring further satisfaction in their unit's performance.

Model Comparison by Tier

Despite being the brand's top model, the Continental 16 SEER air conditioner represents more of a mid-range offering when compared to the brand's direct competitors. However, thanks to Continental's emphasis on quality components and attention to detail, the 16 SEER unit’s packed with the brand’s expert design.