2025 Cadillac Escalade Oil Type & Capacity
The 2025 Cadillac Escalade oil type depends on the engine: the Luxury, 4WD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Luxury, RWD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury Platinum, 4WD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury Platinum, RWD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury, 4WD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Premium Luxury, RWD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Sport Platinum, 4WD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Sport Platinum, RWD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, 4WD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the Sport, RWD takes 0W-20 (8.0 quarts qt with filter); the V takes 0W-40 (8.0 quarts qt with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- Luxury, 4WD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Luxury, RWD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury Platinum, 4WD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury Platinum, RWD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, 4WD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Premium Luxury, RWD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Sport Platinum, 4WD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Sport Platinum, RWD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Sport, 4WD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- Sport, RWD: 0W-20, 8.0 quarts with filter
- V: 0W-40, 8.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxury, 4WD — Eng CD L87 | 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 — Eng CD L87 | 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 Platinum, 4WD — Eng CD L87 | 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 Platinum, RWD — Eng CD L87 | 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 — Eng CD L87 | 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 — Eng CD L87 | 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. |
| Sport Platinum, 4WD — Eng CD L87 | 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. |
| Sport Platinum, RWD — Eng CD L87 | 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. |
| Sport, 4WD — Eng CD L87 | 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. |
| Sport, RWD — Eng CD L87 | 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. |
| V — Eng CD LT4 | MOBIL1 ESP Formula DexosR SAE 0W-40 | 8.00 QTS. | 7.50 QTS. | DO NOT add additives. |
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Coolant capacity
15.09 quarts (14.28 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 2025 Cadillac Escalade take?
It depends on the engine: Luxury, 4WD uses 0W-20; Luxury, RWD uses 0W-20; Premium Luxury Platinum, 4WD uses 0W-20; Premium Luxury Platinum, RWD uses 0W-20; Premium Luxury, 4WD uses 0W-20; Premium Luxury, RWD uses 0W-20; Sport Platinum, 4WD uses 0W-20; Sport Platinum, RWD uses 0W-20; Sport, 4WD uses 0W-20; Sport, RWD uses 0W-20; V uses 0W-40.
What is the oil capacity of a 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
Oil capacity depends on the engine: Luxury, 4WD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Luxury, RWD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury Platinum, 4WD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury Platinum, RWD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, 4WD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Premium Luxury, RWD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Sport Platinum, 4WD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Sport Platinum, RWD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Sport, 4WD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; Sport, RWD holds 8.0 quarts with filter; V holds 8.0 quarts with filter.
How often should I change the oil in my 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
Most 2025 Cadillac Escalade 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 2025 Cadillac Escalade?
Yes. 0W-20 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2025 Cadillac Escalade. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.