Comfort and Convenience
Preferred seating height varies widely: some drivers want to sit high for a clear view forward, others prefer a low, enclosed position. Build, leg length and habit all shape which feels natural.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Spending a few minutes with wipers, lights and mirrors while parked means you are not searching for them later. Unfamiliar cars place familiar functions in unfamiliar places, and quiet time beforehand settles that.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Charging is a separate question from playback: a phone can be powered through a cable while audio arrives another way entirely. If long drives drain your battery, check which sockets a cabin offers.