2014 Cadillac ATS Oil Type & Capacity
The 2014 Cadillac ATS oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 2.5L takes 5W-20 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.0L: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 2.5L: 5W-20, 5.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — Base, 2.0L Eng VIN X, AWD, 2.0L Eng,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Base, 2.0L Eng VIN X, RWD, Automatic Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Luxury, 2.0L Eng VIN X, RWD, Standard Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Performance, 2.0L Eng VIN X, AWD, 2.0L Eng,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Performance, 2.0L Eng VIN X, RWD, Automatic Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Premium, 2.0L Eng VIN X, Automatic Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Luxury, 2.0L Eng VIN X, AWD, 2.0L Eng,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Premium, 2.0L Eng VIN X, Standard Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Performance, 2.0L Eng VIN X, RWD, Standard Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Base, 2.0L Eng VIN X, RWD, Standard Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.0L — Luxury, 2.0L Eng VIN X, RWD, Automatic Trans, 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.5L — Base, 2.5L Eng VIN A, 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 2.5L — Luxury, 2.5L Eng VIN A, 2.5L Eng | API - SAE 5W-20 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 3.6L — Luxury, 3.6L Eng VIN 3, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 3.6L — Performance, 3.6L Eng VIN 3, AWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 3.6L — Luxury, 3.6L Eng VIN 3, AWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 3.6L — Premium, 3.6L Eng VIN 3, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 3.6L — Premium, 3.6L Eng VIN 3, AWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
| 3.6L — Performance, 3.6L Eng VIN 3, RWD, 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. DO NOT use other viscosity oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. |
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2014 Cadillac ATS take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.5L uses 5W-20; 3.6L uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2014 Cadillac ATS?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 2.5L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2014 Cadillac ATS?
Most 2014 Cadillac ATS owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Cadillac recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2014 Cadillac ATS?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2014 Cadillac ATS. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.