Comfort and Convenience
Preferred seating distance from the pedals varies widely, since leg length, arm reach and posture habits differ from person to person. What one driver calls a relaxed position, another finds cramped.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Locating the wiper, lighting and demister controls before setting off saves searching for them later. A few unhurried minutes while parked are easier than working something out in moving traffic.
Multimedia and Connectivity
Keeping a phone charged on a long trip is a separate need from playing music or holding a conversation. Where a socket or charging pad is provided, it helps to plan where the phone rests.