Cadillac Escalade Oil Type & Capacity
The Cadillac Escalade takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 8 qt with a filter change, on 2014-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2001-2006 models use 5W-30 (6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
Oil by model year
| Model years | Oil type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| 2014-2026 | 0W-20 | 8 qt |
| 2001-2006 | 5W-30 | 6 qt |
| 1998-2000 | 5W-30 | 5.1 qt |
Capacity is with a filter change and can vary by engine - open your exact year below for the per-engine figures and our sources.
Every Escalade year
Frequently asked
What kind of oil does a Cadillac Escalade take?
The Cadillac Escalade takes 0W-20 engine oil, about 8 qt with a filter change, on 2014-2026 models. Older ones take a different grade - 2001-2006 models use 5W-30 (6 qt) - so check your year in the table below.
How many quarts of oil does a Cadillac Escalade take?
About 8 qt with a filter change on 2014-2026 models, and 6 qt on 2001-2006 models. Capacity varies by engine, so check your exact year for the per-engine figure - and finish on the dipstick rather than pouring in the full amount.
Does the oil type change by year on the Cadillac Escalade?
Yes. We record 3 different factory specs across the years we cover - 2014-2026: 0W-20; 2001-2006: 5W-30; 1998-2000: 5W-30. Use the table above and confirm against your owner's manual.