2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV Oil Type & Capacity: 0W-20 (8.0 quarts)
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV takes 0W-20 motor oil — 8.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-20 — 8.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Base, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Base, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Base, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Luxury, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Luxury, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Luxury, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Luxury, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Platinum, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Platinum, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Platinum, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Platinum, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Premium, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Premium, 4WD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Premium, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 6L80-E/MYC | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
| Premium, RWD, Trans Mfr CD 8L90/M5U | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | — | The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos specification. Oils meeting this specification can be identified with the dexos certification mark. Look for and use only an engine oil that displays the dexos certification mark of the proper viscosity grade. SAE 0W-20 GM P/N 19259487 (Canadian P/N 19289784) is the best viscosity grade for the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg. C (-20Deg. F), an SAE 0W-30 oil should be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. When selecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade, be sure to always select an oil that meets the required specification, dexos. NOTE: The engine oil capacity has been updated from 8.50 qts to 8.0 qts in reference to GM's Document ID: 3998244, #PIP5231A. |
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Coolant capacity
16.6 quarts (15.7 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. Add 2.1 qts. if equipped with rear heater. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV take?
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV takes 0W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 0W-20), per the factory service manual.
What is the oil capacity of a 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
The 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV oil capacity is 8.0 quarts with a filter change.
How often should I change the oil in my 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Most 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV 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 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.
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