Couldn’t agree more, extension via a four door coupe is probably incremental production, adding things like Mustang pickup or a two seater coupe like pre C8 coupe, maybe but I get the feeling that when it comes to Mustang branded vehicles, less is more…  

I get it. Everest is not coming in any way shape or form to North America. Period.   It's too bad because it is a really sweet rig.

While I’m not against Ford using the Mustang name on more products, this type of design competition is not helpful simply because the students doing the designing have  no idea of what buyers tastes are.   I understand that the intention is to broaden the appeal of Mustang branded vehicles but at what cost to the name..

Yeah that's not ideal. Maybe they were concerned about the aspect ratio and didn't want the image to be stretched and distorted horizontally?

Some people seem to want technology for the sake of having technology, it's weird. Instead of having tech for tech's sake, they need to ask what's the best solution for the job. Sometimes it's even less tech and complexity than what you already have. 

Because it’s far more distracting looking at the camera view.  IMHO of course.

From Toyota:   An interior offering comfort for all occupants In designing the cabin, the goal was to achieve an outstanding sedan package. The platform was reengineered from the ground up, with key structural elements redesigned. Compared to the previous model, overall length has been extended by approximately 6.5 inches and the wheelbase by 3 inches, resulting in a more spacious cabin. In addition, the seating position has been set higher to improve ease of entry and exit, while also providing a wide field of vision.       Motor Trend compared to previous ES and also BMW, and as can be seen this ES is considerably taller, what some would call a tall sedan.  Height, as example, is approximately half way between Tesla Model 3 sedan and Model Y SUV.  I suppose goal is to create a sedan with SUV advantages and appeal.  

The ES has been based off the Avalon for a generation or two

Doesn’t look that bad to me from side or rear, but front still needs work, though I like it far better than previous grill.  Toyota front ends have looked hideous to me for years.   The new ES apparently got larger in every direction — length, width, and height.  It’s now a fairly large car; and I’m not suggesting that’s a good thing.  Many will see that as positive, but to me a negative.   Hybrid AWD with 2.5L 4-cylinder is proven, and if aerodynamics are as good as car looks slippery, 50 MPG should be no problem under right driving conditions.  I think it will do well in US market assuming it’s similar to that of Chinese market.    

I do think they make a mistake in not having the backup camera take up more real estate on the display in some fashion.