2022 Cadillac XT6 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2022 Cadillac XT6 oil type depends on the engine: the Luxury, 4WD takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Luxury, FWD takes 0W-20 (5.3 quarts with filter); the Premium Luxury, 4WD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Premium Luxury, FWD takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the Sport takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Luxury, 4WD: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- Luxury, FWD: 0W-20, 5.3 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, 4WD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, FWD: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- Sport: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury, 4WD — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.30 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. |
| Luxury, FWD — 2.0L Eng | API - SAE 0W-20 | 5.30 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. |
| Premium Luxury, 4WD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Premium Luxury, FWD — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
| Sport — 3.6L Eng | API - SAE 5W-30 | 6.00 QTS. | — | ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic engine oil. SAE 0W-30 oil may be used in cold temperature operations: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -29Deg.C (-20Deg.F). |
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More specs & repair guides for your XT6
2022 Cadillac XT6 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
13.6 quarts (12.87 L) — 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2022 Cadillac XT6 take?
It depends on the engine: Luxury, 4WD uses 0W-20; Luxury, FWD uses 0W-20; Premium Luxury, 4WD uses 5W-30; Premium Luxury, FWD uses 5W-30; Sport uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2022 Cadillac XT6 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: Luxury, 4WD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Luxury, FWD holds 5.3 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, 4WD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, FWD holds 6.0 quarts with filter; Sport holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2022 Cadillac XT6?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2022 Cadillac XT6. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.