Yes, the torque control is not linear like the R22.
lots of movement right at the end of the pedal movement.
In my opinion it's a good thing, in the UK. A lot of pilots looking to advance will end up on Eurocopters.
On cost, it's not just the time saved in training, I've run the numbers and between Denham and Elstree (my two nearest airfields) VVB's G2 price is actually cheaper per hour after tax than the R22 at the other schools at those airfields.
Although I probably shouldn't broadcast that, as their instructor hours will fill up and I'll be left waiting. ;-)