What is the Renault Encore?
The Encore was a hatchback in the Renault Alliance family, based on the Renault 11 and sold in North America. It brought a hatchback body style to the Alliance range, which also included the Renault Alliance saloon.
The Encore generation ran from 1984 to 1986 and carried the X42 code. It was offered as a three-door or five-door hatchback.
Engines and power
US EPA figures cover 17 petrol versions with engines from 1.4 L to 1.7 L.
Fuel consumption and CO₂
The best combined fuel economy listed is 33 MPG under the US EPA test. EPA results use a different procedure from Europe’s NEDC and WLTP tests and Canada’s 5-cycle test, so the figures are not directly comparable. US EPA figures also list a lowest consumption of 7.1 L/100 km. No CO₂ value is provided for the Encore.
Where was the Encore sold?
The Encore generation is associated with the United States and Canada. The US EPA figures cover model years 1984 to 1986.
Questions and answers
What type of car is the Renault Encore?
It is a compact hatchback in the Renault Alliance family, based on the Renault 11.
When was the Encore sold?
Its single generation ran from 1984 to 1986.
What engines did the Encore have?
US EPA figures cover petrol engines from 1.4 L to 1.7 L.
What is its best official fuel economy?
The best combined EPA rating listed is 33 MPG.