Kaius88

I came from driving a tiny Mazda Miata. Now this ES350 feels like a powerful giant in comparison. I occasionally drive my wife's SUV, but the ES350 has a very unique feel. It's not overly large, but from the inside it feels like a large vehicle. I am still not used to the shortened trunk area. When backing into a parking space, I keep thinking I have very little space behind the car when in fact (according to the backup camera) i have lots of space to move. Same thing with the sides. I keep thinking there is no room to squeeze in, but when i look at the parking space after i pull in, lotsa space on both sides!!! I keep having this new car paranoia and at times it drives me nuts. I removed a whole shelf in my garage over the weekend so i have more room to park (fear of hitting the shelf). I must say, the downward rear view side mirrors are fantastic for parallel parking.... No more tire-against-the curb. I also need to get used to this extra horsepower. Note that my old Miata was 1.8 liter engine @ 134 horsepower. It was enough for me most of the time, but i always had a hard time accelerating up this big hill next to the freeway. Now i feel im a more aggressive driver, which may not be a good thing. I just need to get used to this car more.... It's like a whole new world.

Any of you are still adjusting to this new car? It certainly takes a little getting used to....

Celibon

I'm adjusting to the size of the car as well, especially when parking in tight spaces.

jeffofla

Imagine what it would be like, though, to drive a 1976 Lincoln Continental.

PhilipMSPT

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Just wait until they come out with the ES600h. That should make the ES fly...