2021 Cadillac Escalade Oil Type & Capacity
The 2021 Cadillac Escalade oil type depends on the engine: the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 3.0L takes 0W-20 (7.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter); the 6.2L takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 3.0L: 0W-20, 7.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
- 6.2L: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 3.0L — 3.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 DexrosD | 7.00 QTS. | 6.50 QTS. | — |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
| 6.2L — 6.2L Eng | API - SAE 0W-40 DexosR | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | GM Engine Oil Recall: Fill engine with NEW 0W-40 Engine Oil. Replace the oil fill cap with the NEW 0W-40 oil cap Part No.12713787 |
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More specs & repair guides for your Escalade
2021 Cadillac Escalade factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
21.9 quarts (20.72 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water. Charge Air Cooling System: 6.14 qts.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2021 Cadillac Escalade take?
It depends on the engine: 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 3.0L uses 0W-20; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40; 6.2L uses 0W-40.
How much oil does a 2021 Cadillac Escalade take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 3.0L holds 7.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter; 6.2L holds 8.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2021 Cadillac Escalade?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2021 Cadillac Escalade. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.