Comfort and Convenience
Preferred seating height divides people more than almost any other setting. Some drivers want to sit high for an open view over the bonnet, while others prefer a lower, more enclosed position; build and long habit explain most of that gap.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Finding the wipers, lights and demister before setting off means less hunting for them later. A couple of minutes spent stationary is far easier than working out an unfamiliar stalk while traffic is already asking for attention.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Keeping a phone charged on a long trip is a separate need from playing music or taking a call through the speakers. Where a car offers a charging point, it may or may not be the same connection that carries audio.