Miele G 7980 SCVi AutoDos K2O CleanSteel/Obsidian Black Fully Integrated Dishwasher Review, Prices & Score
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🏆 Review & price summary
The Miele G 7980 SCVi AutoDos K2O is a fully integrated dishwasher designed for streamlined kitchens. It combines 14 place settings and 15 programmes with AutoDos automatic detergent dosing, Knock2Open access, AutoOpen drying and smart connectivity. The supplied information also highlights 41dB operation, an A energy rating and an Eco programme water consumption of 8.9 litres.
✓ Key strengths
- ✓ Quiet 41dB operation is well suited to open-plan kitchens and evening use
- ✓ AutoDos automatically dispenses detergent, reducing a routine chore
- ✓ Flexible loading is supported by MaxiComfort baskets and a 3D MultiFlex tray
- ✓ QuickPowerWash provides a faster cleaning option for normally soiled crockery
- ✓ AutoOpen drying and BrilliantLight add useful everyday convenience
Worth considering
- A furniture door panel is required, so installation needs to be planned around the fitted kitchen
- The automatic dosing system is designed around Miele PowerDisk detergent, adding an ongoing consumable consideration
Key Specifications
- Type
- Fully integrated dishwasher
- Drying
- AutoOpen drying with SensorDry
- Capacity
- 14 place settings
- Programmes
- 15
- Door access
- Knock2Open handleless opening
- Noise level
- 41dB(A)
- Connectivity
- Miele@home smart connectivity
- Energy rating
- A
- Detergent system
- AutoDos with integrated PowerDisk
- Interior lighting
- BrilliantLight with four LEDs
- QuickPowerWash duration
- 58 minutes for normally soiled crockery
- Manufacturer product code
- G7980SCVI
- Eco programme water consumption
- 8.9 litres
Who Should Buy It?
- ✓ Choose it for a busy household that will benefit from 14 place settings, flexible baskets and automatic detergent dosing.
- ✓ It suits handleless or minimalist fitted kitchens where Knock2Open access and full integration are priorities.
- ✓ It is a strong fit for open-plan homes where lower operating noise is important.
Dishwashers to compare with the Miele G 7980 SCVi AutoDos dishwasher
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| Model | BestBuysUK Score | Profile | |
|---|---|---|---|
 Miele G 7985 SCVi XXL AutoDos K2O CleanSteel/Obsidian Black Built In Dishwasher
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87/100 | Integrated · Large Capacity · Quiet | Compare review → |
 Miele G 7650 SCVI AutoDos Fully Integrated Dishwasher
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87/100 | Integrated · Large Capacity · Quiet | Compare review → |
 Miele G 7080 SCVI AutoDos Stainless Steel Fully Integrated Dishwasher
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Cleaning and drying performance
The supplied information presents the G 7980 SCVi as a capable everyday dishwasher, with 15 programmes and a 58-minute QuickPowerWash cycle for normally soiled crockery. The Gentle programme and Brilliant GlassCare features are intended to provide a more careful option for delicate glassware.
AutoOpen drying releases the door at the end of the cycle, while SensorDry adjusts the programme to support drying and energy efficiency. These features should make unloading more convenient, although results will still depend on the selected programme and load arrangement.
Loading flexibility and convenience
Fourteen place settings provide useful capacity for family washing-up, while the MaxiComfort baskets and 3D MultiFlex tray offer several ways to arrange cutlery, small items and taller glassware. BrilliantLight is a practical touch that should make loading and unloading easier in a darker kitchen.
AutoDos removes the need to measure detergent for every cycle, and Knock2Open is particularly well matched to handleless cabinetry. AutoClose, ComfortClose and DelayStart add further convenience for everyday use.
Efficiency, noise and installation
An A energy rating, EcoPower technology and an Eco programme water consumption of 8.9 litres give the dishwasher a strong efficiency profile on the supplied information. Half Load can adjust water consumption for smaller loads, and the appliance can be connected to a hot-water supply of up to 60°C where the installation supports it.
At 41dB(A), it is specified to operate quietly, making it a sensible option for open-plan living spaces. It is fully integrated rather than freestanding, however, and the supplied information states that a furniture door panel is required.
Verdict
The Miele G 7980 SCVi AutoDos K2O is an accomplished premium dishwasher for buyers who value automation, quiet running and a clean fitted-kitchen appearance. Its extensive feature set is most compelling for households that will use the flexible loading options, automatic dosing and smart controls regularly.
The main practical drawbacks are the need to plan for a furniture door panel and the PowerDisk-based dosing system. For buyers comfortable with those requirements, it offers a particularly comprehensive combination of capacity, convenience and efficiency.
Research note: this BestBuysUK assessment is based on the manufacturer's published specifications and other reputable technical sources. Specifications and retailer availability can change, so verify critical details before purchase.