Additional observations:
Nice that the audio power button icon doesn't rotate when turning the knob now
Seat belt tensioners are more intuitive as they tension upon vehicle movement, not upon buckling
Rear window shades seem quieter (but slower) and now able to raise the side shades without lowering the rear shade first if previously raised
Prior vertical layout of the main iDrive menu was easier to read vs. looking side to side with the new main menu (i.e.:
www.spritzinc.com)
Again, side view and rear view mirrors are gorgeous, but as nice as the rear view mirror design is, in use at night its border is not as frameless it initially thought; annoying the edge of the mirror is a different color; drive the car at night and you'll see what I'm referring to.