The 1983 Cressida, Toyota's luxury sedan, saw a few changes from the previous year. It got an independent rear suspension and a signifigantly more powerful dual overhead cam engine.

The 1983 Toyota Cressida came as a wagon or a sedan. The standard transmission was an automatic transmission. A five-speed manual was available as an option. The engine was a 2.8-liter, 143-horsepower six cylinder. The Cressida was well-equipped, coming with a generous amount of standard features.

Drivers are very enthusiastic about the 1983 Toyota Cressida, saying it is very comfortable, fun to drive, and extremely reliable. Some drivers have had problems with the air conditioning.