
The pinnacle of Goodman heat pump efficiency for medium to large homes — 21 SEER2, 9.0 HSPF2, and Cold Climate certified in a familiar top-discharge design. The Goodman GZV9SA361C delivers 3-ton, variable-speed inverter heating and cooling at up to 21 SEER2 / 9.0 HSPF2 — the highest efficiency ratings in the entire GZV9SA lineup, combined with Cold Climate certification for reliable performance in the harshest winter conditions. Energy Star Most Efficient 2025 certified. The top-discharge design means installation works just like a conventional heat pump — but the performance inside is anything but conventional. If you want the most efficient, most capable 3-ton heat pump Goodman makes for all US regions, nothing else comes close.
Why Homeowners and Contractors Choose the GZV9SA361C:
- Up to 21 SEER2 cooling efficiency — the highest SEER2 in the GZV9SA lineup — exceptional energy savings for medium to large homes all cooling season
- Up to 9.0 HSPF2 heating efficiency — Goodman's highest HSPF2 rating for the lowest possible electric heating costs
- 3 Ton / ~36,000 BTU cooling and heating capacity — ideal for medium to large homes between 1,500–1,800 sq ft
- Cold Climate certified ("C" designation) — engineered for reliable, high-output heating performance in extreme cold conditions where standard and non-cold-climate heat pumps fall short
- Energy Star Most Efficient 2025 — recognized by the US EPA as meeting the most rigorous energy efficiency standards available
- Variable-speed inverter swing compressor — Variable / Infinite Stage — infinite modulation for precise year-round temperature control, maximum efficiency, and whisper-quiet operation
- Strong cold-weather heating output — maintains significant heating capacity in temperatures that defeat standard heat pumps
- Top discharge design — familiar conventional top-air-discharge configuration — no side clearance requirements, installs like any standard condenser
- Custom Ivory White cabinet — premium distinctive appearance
- All Regions designation — approved for all US climate zones including cold climates
- Compatible with Goodman GTST Connected Thermostat — smart home control and remote access
- ComfortBridge™ compatible — full communicating system integration
- Only two low-voltage wires in communicating mode
- Proprietary 7-segment LED display with fault code storage
- High-density compressor sound blanket — quiet operation year-round
- Digitally commutated fan motor — efficient, quiet, long-lasting
- Coil and ambient temperature sensors + suction pressure transducer
- ZAM® steel bottom frame and legs — maximum corrosion resistance
- Heavy-gauge galvanized-steel Ivory White cabinet — 500-hour salt-spray tested
- Hurricane-ready construction — meets 2023 Florida Building Code requirements
- R-32 refrigerant — one-third lower GWP than R-410A
- AHRI Certified and ETL Listed
- Made in the USA
⚠️ Cold Climate designation — backup heat source still recommended for temperatures at or below minimum operating threshold.
⚠️ Communicating system — GTST thermostat and compatible indoor equipment required.
⚠️ R-32 requires compatible indoor equipment with RDS. Not compatible with R-410A.
⚠️ Field-installed bi-flow filter drier required.
Specs:
- Tonnage: 3 Ton
- SEER2: Up to 21
- HSPF2: Up to 9.0
- Compressor: Variable-Speed Inverter Swing (Variable / Infinite Stage)
- Refrigerant: R-32
- Discharge: Top
- Voltage: 208/230V — 1Ph — 60Hz
- MCA: ~22.4 Amps (verify on unit nameplate)
- Max Breaker (MOP): ~25 Amps (verify on unit nameplate)
- Heating Range: Down to -10°F or below (Cold Climate certified)
- Cabinet: Custom Ivory White — Top Discharge
- Region: All Regions
- Cold Climate: Yes
- Operation: Heating + Cooling
- Certifications: AHRI, ETL, Energy Star Most Efficient 2025
Warranty: 10-year unit replacement + 10-year parts warranty with online registration within 60 days.
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