2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV Oil Type & Capacity
The 2020 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 | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Base, RWD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Luxury, 4WD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Luxury, RWD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Platinum, 4WD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Platinum, RWD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Premium Luxury, 4WD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
| Premium Luxury, RWD | API - SAE 0W-20 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. |
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2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
17.8 quarts (16.84 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 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV take?
The 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV takes 0W-20 motor oil (API - SAE 0W-20), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV take?
The 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV holds 8.0 quarts with a filter change, or 7.5 quarts without changing the filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.