Comfort and Convenience
Preferred cabin temperature varies widely; what feels pleasant to one passenger can seem stuffy or cool to another. Clothing, how long someone has been in the car and metabolism all play a part.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Controls are best learned when the car is stationary rather than in traffic. Knowing by feel where the wiper stalk or demister sits means less time spent looking down at the dashboard.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Hands-free calling and music playback are handled differently: calls need a microphone and pairing, while music may also arrive by cable or radio. It is worth confirming which routes are available.