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The New Miele Downdraft Range

Elegant by design. Effortless in performance.

The Miele DAD downdraft delivers powerful extraction in a sleek, hidden design. Rising only when needed, it combines precise ventilation with ambient lighting to enhance both functionality and atmosphere in modern kitchens.

Why Choose Downdraft Extraction?

Created for Open-Plan Living

Today's kitchens are more than places to cook. They're spaces for entertaining, socialising and spending time together.

Downdraft extraction keeps your view open while effectively removing steam, odours and grease directly from the cooking zone. Hidden beneath the worktop when not in use, it offers a clean, minimalist aesthetic without compromising performance.

Open-plan friendly
Maintain clear sightlines across your kitchen and living space.
More room to cook
Enjoy greater flexibility around your cooking area without overhead extraction.
Cleaner air
Capture cooking vapours at source before they spread around the room.
Easy to maintain
Dishwasher-safe grease filters make cleaning simple.
Elegant extraction technology

Designed to disappear. Engineered to perform.

Miele Downdraft extractors combine award-winning design with powerful extraction, remaining discreetly hidden beneath the worktop until needed. When activated, they capture steam, odours and cooking vapours directly at the source while preserving clean sightlines across your kitchen.

Designed for contemporary open-plan living, selected models also feature AmbientLight, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere that complements elegant kitchen design.

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DAD Downdraft - Hood in motion

Hood in Motion

A motorised glass deflector rises smoothly when extraction is required and disappears elegantly into the worktop when not in use.

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Con@ctivity 3.0

Compatible Miele hobs and extractors communicate automatically, adjusting extraction levels and lighting based on your cooking activity.

Hands replace a filter on a sleek pop-up downdraft kitchen extractor beside a glass cooktop and filters.

Plug & Play Installation

Designed for simple recirculation installation with dedicated accessory kits, making planning and fitting easier.

DAD Downdraft AmbientLight

AmbientLight

Available on selected Levantar Ambient models, AmbientLight creates a warm and inviting atmosphere with individually adjustable lighting.

Intelligent connectivity with Con@ctivity 3.0

Better together with Miele induction hobs

When paired with a compatible Miele induction hob, Miele Downdraft extractors automatically adjust extraction levels and lighting based on your cooking activity.

The result is a more intuitive cooking experience, combining intelligent automation, powerful performance and effortless control.

DAD Downdraft and KM 8000
DAD 6880 Levantar Ambient
Downdraft extractor

DAD 6880 Levantar Ambient

800 mm | 655 m3/h | 62 dB(a) | Touch | Con@ctivity | AmbientLight
sale price£2,899.00
In stock - delivery in 1-3 days
DAD 6980 Levantar Ambient
Downdraft extractor

DAD 6980 Levantar Ambient

936 mm | 655 m3/h | 62 dB(a) | Touch | Con@ctivity | AmbientLight
sale price£2,999.00
In stock - delivery in 1-3 days
DAD 4370 Levantar
Downdraft extractor

DAD 4370 Levantar

916 mm | 655 m3/h | 62 dB(a) | Touch | Con@ctivity | DynamicWhite
sale price£2,499.00
Estimated delivery: 1-2 weeks
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Frequently asked questions

What is a downdraft extractor?

A downdraft extractor is a ventilation system that rises from the worktop when needed and captures steam, odours and cooking vapours directly at the source. When not in use, it remains discreetly hidden beneath the worktop for a clean, minimalist appearance.

What are the benefits of a downdraft extractor?

Downdraft extractors help preserve open sightlines in the kitchen while providing powerful extraction performance. They are particularly well suited to kitchen islands and open-plan living spaces where traditional overhead extraction may not be desirable.

How does Con@ctivity 3.0 work?

Con@ctivity 3.0 enables compatible Miele hobs and extractors to communicate automatically. The extractor adjusts its settings based on your cooking activity, helping to maintain an optimal cooking environment with minimal intervention.

Can Miele Downdraft extractors be installed in recirculation mode?

Yes. The new Miele Downdraft range supports recirculation installation using dedicated Plug & Play accessory kits, making installation straightforward and flexible.

What is Hood in Motion?

Hood in Motion is Miele's motorised retractable deflector system. The extractor rises smoothly from the worktop when activated and lowers back down when no longer required, combining elegant design with practical functionality.

Which Miele hobs are compatible with the Downdraft range?

Selected Miele induction hobs are designed to work seamlessly with Miele Downdraft extractors. Compatible models support Con@ctivity 3.0, enabling automatic control of extraction performance and lighting.

What is AmbientLight?

Available on selected Levantar Ambient models, AmbientLight provides individually adjustable lighting designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere within the kitchen.

How do I clean a Miele Downdraft extractor?

Miele Downdraft extractors feature durable stainless-steel grease filters that can be removed for cleaning. The filters are dishwasher-safe, helping to make regular maintenance quick and convenient.

Can a downdraft extractor replace a traditional cooker hood?

Yes. Miele Downdraft extractors are designed to effectively remove steam, odours and cooking vapours while preserving clear sightlines and a clean kitchen aesthetic. They provide an alternative to traditional overhead extraction for suitable kitchen designs.

Built to German quality standards

A tradition of excellence for more than 125 years

For more than 125 years, Miele has set the benchmark for appliances built to German quality standards. Every detail reflects our commitment to lasting performance, thoughtful innovation, and timeless design, ensuring your kitchen is built to last.

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