I do not like the new front, especially the recessed surround for the fog lights and smiley grill. I am not a fan of the LED lights on my 2013, but i dislike the LED strip even more.
However, i think i would like the 8 speed. Not sure about the start stop. I have never driven a car with it. I don't know if their is any minor hesitation on acceleration.
The wade sensor would be cool along with the look around corner cameras but i probably would not pay extra for them.
Overall, i think it is a wash for me with the better mechanicals offset by the less attractive front (IMO). But i would have to see it in person to know for sure. But i wont check it out because if i like it i would then begin to hate my 13. And right now i am very a happy with it.