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CADILLAC ELR
CUE Generation / 2016 / 2-door coupe
North America primarily, limited international availabilityCoverage: expanded
Year and trim selector
Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | technical-profile | LUV | 1398 cc | Direct fuel injection with turbocharging |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | LUV | GM Dexos certified synthetic 5W-30 | Approximately 4.4 liters (4.6 US quarts) including filter - full service fill | GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid |
Technical specifications
- Engines: LUV
- Transmissions: None, Eaton 2-mode electrically variable transmission (EVT), GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid
- Tire sizes: 235/45R18
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: GM Dexos certified synthetic 5W-30
- Transmission fluid: GM Dexron VI automatic transmission fluid
- Coolant: Approx. 9.0 liters total cooling system
- Brake fluid: DOT 4
Known problems
- High voltage battery capacity degradation over time
- Complex hybrid system software updates required