2019 Cadillac CTS Oil Type & Capacity
The 2019 Cadillac CTS oil type depends on the engine: the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.0L takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-30 (6.5 quarts with filter); the 3.6L takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter); the Base, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Base, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.0 quarts with filter); the Premium Luxury, AWD takes 5W-30 (6.5 quarts with filter); the Premium Luxury, RWD takes 5W-30 (5.5 quarts with filter); the V takes 0W-40 (10.0 quarts with filter); the Vsport takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts with filter); the Vsport Premium Luxury takes 5W-30 (7.0 quarts 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
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 6.5 quarts with filter
- 3.6L: 5W-30, 5.5 quarts with filter
- Base, AWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Base, 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
- V: 0W-40, 10.0 quarts with filter
- Vsport: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L — 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. 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. |
| 2.0L — 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. 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. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.50 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. |
| 3.6L — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 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. |
| Base, 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. 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. |
| Base, RWD — 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. 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 — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,AWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.50 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, RWD — 3.6L Eng,Eng CD LGX,RWD | API - SAE 5W-30 | 5.50 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. |
| V — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 | 10.00 QTS. | 9.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos 2 specification of proper SAE viscosity grade. Engine oil meeting the dexos2 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. If 0W-40 dexos2 oil is not available, SAE 5W-30 dexos1 full synthetic engine oil may be used for street use. |
| Vsport — 3.6L Eng,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 — 3.6L Eng,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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More specs & repair guides for your CTS
2019 Cadillac CTS factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
9.3 quarts (8.8 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. 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 2019 Cadillac CTS take?
It depends on the engine: 2.0L uses 5W-30; 2.0L uses 5W-30; 3.6L uses 5W-30; 3.6L uses 5W-30; Base, AWD uses 5W-30; Base, RWD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, AWD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, RWD uses 5W-30; V uses 0W-40; Vsport uses 5W-30; Vsport Premium Luxury uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2019 Cadillac CTS take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.0L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.0L holds 5.0 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 6.5 quarts with filter; 3.6L holds 5.5 quarts with filter; Base, AWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Base, 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; V holds 10.0 quarts with filter; Vsport holds 7.0 quarts with filter; Vsport Premium Luxury holds 7.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2019 Cadillac CTS?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2019 Cadillac CTS. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.