I’ve had two xc60’s and demo’d a cx5 for a week before I bought my second.
Overall, I just felt like the cx5 wasn’t as well finished and felt a bit tinny compared to the Volvo. The leather seats were too firm, the sat nav was a bit rubbish & everytime I got in & out the car, it took about 15 minutes to sync all my phone contacts. I know it’s all small stuff but if you spend a fair amount of time in the car, it makes a difference.
Both my xc60’s have been by far the most comfortable car I’ve owned & I loved the driving position. The old 5 cylinder engine is better than the new 4 in my opinion too, but the emissions are a bit better now.
If it was my money, there wouldn’t be any choice, I’d have the Volvo but they are getting expensive these days.