Against 279 other 4-cyl cars rated 1984–1986, the Encore beats their 25.2 mpg average by 7.8 mpg, about $360 a year.
Every Renault Encore engine, compared
The Renault Encore was rated in a single specification, so its gas mileage does not vary by version — only by model year. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L 4-cyl | 29.3 / 36.7 | 1984–1986 | $1,189 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (1986) | $0.097 |
| Fuel per year | $1,164 |
| Fuel over five years | $5,820 |
| Against other 4-cyl cars, 1984–1986 | −$360 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $2,083 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 1986 Renault Encore gives up 7 mpg in town: 37 on the highway against 30 in the city, $242 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (1986) | 30 mpg | $1,280 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 37 mpg | $1,038 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +7 mpg (23%) | Typical for its type |
How the Encore changed over the years
The Encore peaked in 1986 at 33 mpg (30 city, 37 highway) and was at its thirstiest in 1985 at 32 — 1 mpg apart, or $36 a year in fuel between buying one year and the other.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 30 / 37 | 1 | $1,164 | |
| 1985 | 29 / 36 | 1 | $1,200 | |
| 1984 | 29 / 37 | 1 | $1,200 |
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How we count
This page rests on 3 EPA ratings of the Renault Encore — 1 engine across 1984–1986. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $2,083. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 1986 Renault Encore get?
33 mpg combined, 30 city and 37 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 1984 the Encore has averaged 32.3 mpg.
Is the 1986 Encore more efficient than the 1985?
Yes: 33 against 32 mpg combined, about $36 a year less to run.
Which Encore year has the best gas mileage?
The 1986, at 33 mpg combined (30 city, 37 highway), which is also the latest model year we hold.
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