For your situation, I'd honestly look into the Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight/Watertight .7 First Aid Kit. It's super slim because it's in a soft, waterproof bag instead of a bulky case, so it wont crush ur manual. It actually includes shears and good meds, unlike those cheap tiny kits. If u want that 'Lexus' vibe, maybe grab a Maxpedition Fatty Pocket Organizer and build a custom one? It fits perfectly in my ES glovebox without feeling cramped!! gl!

yo, congrats on the 2022 ES! honestly, I feel u on that glovebox issue. it's basically a black hole once that thick manual is in there. I had the same struggle with my IS and tried like three different setups before finding the 'Goldilocks' fit. basically, if you want shears and antiseptic without the bulk, the trick is avoiding those hard-shell cases entirely because they don't compress at all.

For your budget, I'd seriously recommend checking out the General Medi 210 Piece First Aid Kit. It's a soft-sided pouch that's like 2.5 inches thick but squishes down way better than the AAA hard kits. It's usually around $20-$25 on Amazon. Another solid one is the Be Smart Get Prepared 100 Piece First Aid Kit, which is even slimmer and fits perfectly alongside the manual for about $15.

I actually ended up ditching the bulky manual case and putting the books in the trunk mesh pocket... freed up sooo much room for a custom pouch. maybe try that? gl with the new ride! 👍

Similar situation here - I went through this exact struggle last year when I got my ES. Honestly, the glovebox is gorgeous with that lining, but it's basically a puzzle box once you put the owner's manual in there. I spent way too much time and money trying to find the 'perfect' kit that wouldn't make me feel like I was breaking the latch every time I closed it. Seriously, I actually bought three different kits and ended up returning two because they were either too bulky or felt like cheap junk.

I eventually realized that trying to find a pre-made hardshell kit that fits alongside that thick manual is a losing game if you want real tools like shears. My journey led me to stop looking at 'car kits' and start looking at medical pouches meant for hiking. I ended up getting a Condor MA41 Rip-Away EMT Lite Pouch and just filling it myself. It's super slim, and because it's soft-sided, it actually compresses a bit against the manual without putting pressure on the glovebox hinge. Plus, it’s easy to pull out if you’re in a rush.

One tip: if you go the custom route, check out the Everlit Survival Trauma Shears—they’re inexpensive but high quality. I also tucked in some H&H Medical Corporation Compressed Gauze because it’s vacuum-packed and literally flat as a pancake. It’s way more cost-effective than buying a 'luxury' branded kit, and it actually matches the interior vibe if you get it in black or tan. Just be careful not to overstuff it, or you're back to square one with the latch issues lol. gl! 👍

Jumping in here... honestly I've tried so many setups over the years with my Lexus cars. In my experience, the safety priority always clashes with that tight glovebox space. I actually ended up DIY-ing my current setup because I dont trust those tiny pre-made kits to have what I actually need in an emergency, like decent shears or actual antiseptic.

Here's my quick tip for the ES:

1. Ditch the hard-shell cases entirely; they're basically the enemy of a cramped glovebox.
2. Get a soft, flat nylon pouch from a brand like North Face or even a generic tactical one to build your own.
3. Move the thick owner's manual to the bottom of the center console or even the trunk to free up the "prime real estate" for your safety gear.

It's way safer having a kit you can actually reach without fighting a latch. Good luck! 👍

Jumping in here... Like someone mentioned, that manual case is basically a brick in the glovebox. If you're looking for performance and reliability, maybe look into the MyMedic MyFAK Mini First Aid Kit. Its built much better than the cheap kits and has high-quality supplies that wont fail when you actually need them. Its a decent option if you're worried about the latch because the material is flexible. Honestly though, I have been so paranoid about the paint lately since some guy nearly clipped my mirror in the grocery store parking lot. I’ve been researching dash cams for like three days because I dont trust people to leave a note. Its exhausting trying to keep the car perfect. Anyway, but yeah, just prioritize getting a kit with solid shears over one that just has a hundred bandaids. Let me know if you want to see how mine sits in the box!

100% agree

Quick reply while I have a sec. Like someone mentioned, those hard shells are basically the enemy here. I’ve measured the ES glovebox and you’ve really only got about 1.75 inches of depth to play with once that thick manual case is tucked in. I'm 100% on team DIY for this because pre-made kits are usually 80% tiny bandages you'll never use. If you're building your own, definitely keep these technical pitfalls in mind:

• Avoid any rigid containers or plastic bottles. Antiseptic spray bottles are notorious for leaking or cracking when the glovebox gets hot and they're under pressure. Use flat foil packets instead.
• Be careful with the hinge placement. If you jam a kit on the far left side, it creates uneven pressure that can actually warp the latch mechanism over time.
• Dont use a pouch with exposed velcro on the outside. It'll absolutely shred that nice Lexus felt lining if it rubs against it while you're driving. Tbh, keeping it under 1.5 inches thick is the only way to ensure the door latches cleanly every time without forcing it.

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