1990 Toyota Cressida Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The Cressida, Toyota’s mid-sized luxury sedan, was redesigned the year before, and therefore did not see many changes for the 1990 model year.
The 1990 Toyota Cressida only came in one trim level. The engine was a 3.0-liter, 190 horsepower V6, and the Cressida was only available with a four-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy was about 19/24 mpg.
The 1990 Cressida was very popular as a luxury vehicle in its day, and are still beloved today. Drivers like them because they can get a car for very little money that still has luxury features, like a moon roof and leather seating. They also like the powerful engine and the quiet ride. Some drivers complain that the car is prone to rust problems.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1990 Toyota Cressida
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by Joseph D
Oct 20, 2011
was good back in its time, with upgrades she would be better than most basic models these days, the sound system is definitely out of date, the body is a good overal shape, this is a reliable car that i am proud of owningOct 20, 2011
by Adam A
Oct 15, 2010
I bought a caged 5-speed cressida from california with the stock 7mge in it and I brought it back to wisconsin to undergo the engine swap. Currently wiring the motor but other than that everything is all set to go. I can't wait to get into some drift events and finally enjoy my cressida.Oct 15, 2010
by Franklin H
Jul 04, 2010
its not finished yet. parts are hard to find. its going to be a beast. my step son wont be driving it. i wish i could go to japan to get the rest of the parts i want cant wait to be doneJul 04, 2010
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by Joseph D
Oct 20, 2011
was good back in its time, with upgrades she would be better than most basic models these days, the sound system is definitely out of date, the body is a good overal shape, this is a reliable car that i am proud of owningOct 20, 2011
by Adam A
Oct 15, 2010
I bought a caged 5-speed cressida from california with the stock 7mge in it and I brought it back to wisconsin to undergo the engine swap. Currently wiring the motor but other than that everything is all set to go. I can't wait to get into some drift events and finally enjoy my cressida.Oct 15, 2010
by Franklin H
Jul 04, 2010
its not finished yet. parts are hard to find. its going to be a beast. my step son wont be driving it. i wish i could go to japan to get the rest of the parts i want cant wait to be doneJul 04, 2010
by Anonymous
Oct 02, 2009
solid,very reliable providing you get it
serviced on time & nice to drive with the
feeling of a luxary car.If you hav'nt got a
lot to spend & want a classy/reliable car
get a 2nd hand one in good condition & you
won't regret it.Oct 02, 2009
by Ali B
Sep 01, 2009
its good for hard work not for girls good in travels in the high way Bad in mountains its spend a medium oil appeareance is well its fun car but not v ery speed na dits very well in the little speed Sep 01, 2009
by Anonymous
Aug 31, 2009
Two years ago I bought the car from the original owner. It's
now got 78,000 miles. Some overheating and missing
problems. Just a fun, tight car to drive. My mechanic thinks it
should run forever. I think it still looks pretty good. I think the
CD (skips) is about the only thing that doesn't work reliably.
About 19 - 20 around town on regular; definitely better on the
freeway. Plenty zippy for me.Aug 31, 2009
by Jimmy B
Aug 22, 2009
The most comfortable car i have ever had.
Ok power (still got the turbo in the garage) nice apperence.
The only downside is the slugish auto transmission, hopfully i will get an r154 manual transmission in the future.
V.I.P for lifeAug 22, 2009
by Anthony C
May 23, 2008
This is a 1990 Cressida Grande. It is in completely original condition and is fully loaded. As standard it has power windows, electric mirrors, electric sunroof, power adjust driver seat, tilt column steering, cruise control, climate control, six speaker stereo with in dash CD and tape player, climate control and the list goes on.......
It runs a 3 litre in line six cylinder with double over head cam and fuel injection. Transmission is a 4 speed auto with overdrive and ECTS and backed up by a limited slip diff in the rear.
Outside the car has been to refered to as a Grampa car but its style grows on you and its paint job is still as shiny as the day it rolled of the assembly line.
Overall i love this car. On the open road it has the power to compete with V8s and at the traffic lights its accelaration will make your head snap back against the seat.May 23, 2008
by Andrew B
May 10, 2008
This car has the same drive train as the Toyota Supra sports car, 3.0L DOHC 24 valve inline six, although not available with the turbo or the manual transmission in the US (Older models with the 5MGE engine were available 5 speed in the US). It's not as fast as I thought it would be, but it gets up and goes pretty well, and handles well for a car it's size.May 10, 2008
by Jimmy C
Apr 12, 2008
This car took very good care of me for a few years but eventually the fuel
pump gave out on meApr 12, 2008
by Russell C
Mar 01, 2008
5-speed swap, supra rims, lots of little stuff. leather interior is in piecesMar 01, 2008
by Bill A
Feb 10, 2008
1JZ, 5-speed, Tein HA Coilovers, R32 GTR Brakes, Cleaned up and prepped for track use.Feb 10, 2008
by Hisham H
Jan 16, 2008
The car has an awesome exterior and the body work is very strongJan 16, 2008
What users have asked
I have a 1990 cressida straight 6 never heard it run, was told it had a blown head gasket, no water in the oil but I was also told it did overheat.....how do I find out exactly what engine is in this
was told it had a blown head gasket, and that it did overheat. No oil and water mix showing. Don't know the engine size only that it's not a turbo.....how do I find out the engine size and what's the next move ?
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why seat belts dont retract
they wont ingauge
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did they come out factory with a turbo
i seen a couple of turboed cressidas but i seen one that looked totally standard and i just wanted to know did they come out with a turboed motor from toyota
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1990 Toyota Cressida Pricing
Original MSRP
$21,498 to $21,498Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning
Audio System
Antenna Type: power · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent