2017 Cadillac XTS Oil Type & Capacity
The 2017 Cadillac XTS oil type depends on the engine: the Base takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Livery takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Luxury, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Luxury, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Platinum, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Platinum, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Vsport Platinum takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter); the Vsport Premium Luxury takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Livery: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Luxury, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Luxury, FWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Platinum, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Platinum, FWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, FWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Vsport Platinum: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
- Vsport Premium Luxury: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Livery — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Luxury, AWD — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Luxury, FWD — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Platinum, AWD — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Platinum, FWD — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Premium Luxury, AWD — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Premium Luxury, FWD — Eng CD LFX | 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. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Vsport Platinum — Eng CD LF3 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
| Vsport Premium Luxury — Eng CD LF3 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. If in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -20Deg.F (-29Deg.C), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely low temperatures. |
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Coolant capacity
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Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2017 Cadillac XTS take?
It depends on the engine: Base uses 5W-30; Livery uses 5W-30; Luxury, AWD uses 5W-30; Luxury, FWD uses 5W-30; Platinum, AWD uses 5W-30; Platinum, FWD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, AWD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, FWD uses 5W-30; Vsport Platinum uses 5W-30; Vsport Premium Luxury uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2017 Cadillac XTS?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Livery holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Luxury, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Luxury, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Platinum, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Platinum, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Vsport Platinum holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Vsport Premium Luxury holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2017 Cadillac XTS?
Most 2017 Cadillac XTS 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 2017 Cadillac XTS?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2017 Cadillac XTS. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.