1. New lid ez to put on and take off.
2. Wand doesn't roll off counter now with flat design.
3. Timer is so wonderful for timed cleaning.
4. Electrical plug is large and ez to plug in and pull out.
5. Rubber scraper is a great tool to have to get all the food out.  I only wish that it could be stored with the tamper on the side holder too.
6. Over all I love my new vitamix.