2019 Cadillac ATS Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Cadillac ATS oil type depends on the engine: the Base, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Base, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Luxury, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts qt with filter); the Luxury, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.5 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Performance takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts qt with filter); the V takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Base, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, RWD: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Luxury, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Luxury, RWD: 5W-30, 5.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, AWD: 5W-30, 6.5 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, RWD: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Premium Performance: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- V: 5W-30, 7.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, AWD — 2.0L Eng,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Base, RWD — 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Luxury, AWD — 2.0L Eng,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Luxury, RWD — 2.0L Eng,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.00 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Premium Luxury, AWD — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.50 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Premium Luxury, RWD — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Premium Performance — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| V — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LF4 | API - SAE 5W-30 | 7.00 QTS. | — | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
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Coolant capacity
9.3 quarts (8.8 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2019 Cadillac ATS take?
It depends on the engine: Base, AWD uses 5W-30; Base, RWD uses 5W-30; Luxury, AWD uses 5W-30; Luxury, RWD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, AWD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, RWD uses 5W-30; Premium Performance uses 5W-30; V uses 5W-30.
What is the oil capacity of a 2019 Cadillac ATS?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Base, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, RWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Luxury, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Luxury, RWD holds 5.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, AWD holds 6.5 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, RWD holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Premium Performance holds 5.5 quarts with filter; V holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2019 Cadillac ATS?
Most 2019 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 2019 Cadillac ATS?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Cadillac ATS. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.