Whirlpool WRQA59CNKZ

Fits a cabinet opening of 36.8″ W × 70″ H × 26 7/8″ D — clearances included.

Key specifications

69 1/2″Height
35.8″Width
24 7/8″Depth
19.4Cu ft

19.4 cu ft — about right for a family of three to four.

Depth (with door)28 3/8″
Clearances (sides / top / rear)1/2″ / 1/2″ / 2″
Door clearance (open)43 1/8″
Depth classStandard-Depth
BrandWhirlpool
Model numberWRQA59CNKZ
Minimum cabinet opening (manufacturer clearances included): 36.8″ W × 70″ H × 26 7/8″ D. Per the manufacturer spec sheet: 1/2″ sides, 1/2″ top, 2″ rear.

As a standard-depth model it stands a few inches proud of the counter but holds more food for the money. Counter-depth vs standard-depth →

35.8" W 69 1/2" H ≈ 1" clearance · airflow & door swing Depth 24 7/8" (excl. handles) · leave 2" at rear
Whirlpool WRQA59CNKZ · required cutout & clearance · measurements in inches

Compare similar models

ModelH × W × DCu ft
Samsung RF18A5101 70 × 32.1 × — 17.5
Samsung RF20A5101 70 × 32.1 × — 19.5
Samsung RF25C5151 70 × 32.1 × — 24.5
Samsung RF25C5551 70 × 32.1 × — 24.5

Source: ENERGY STAR certified-product data.

Frequently asked

What are the dimensions of the Whirlpool WRQA59CNKZ?
The Whirlpool WRQA59CNKZ measures 69 1/2″ H × 35.8″ W × 24 7/8″ D, 19.4 cu ft.
Will the Whirlpool WRQA59CNKZ fit my opening?
Plan for an opening of at least 36.8″ W × 70″ H × 26 7/8″ D once you add clearances. Check yours with the will-it-fit tool.
Is the Whirlpool WRQA59CNKZ’s 24 7/8″ depth with or without handles?
That’s the cabinet depth excluding handles; with the door it’s 28 3/8″.

Measured from official ENERGY STAR data + manufacturer spec sheets · Last verified May 2026