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Are you looking for a new sedan? You're going to want to consider the new 2021 Acura ILX. Here's a closer look at just a few of the car's many amazing features. more 1. A Great Performance There are two trim levels available on the new Acura ILX, both of which are powered by the same impressive engine. You'll be driving a powerful, smooth 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that will get you 201 horsepower. You're going to love the feeling of controlling this engine with its incredible responsiveness and poise. If you're looking for fuel-efficiency from your engine, then the ILX is here to provide it. Driving in the city, you can expect to get 24 miles per gallon. If you're doing a little highway driving, expect 34 miles per gallon. 2. A Gorgeous Design Your car's exterior should look good. Acura agrees. That's why they have given the 2021 ILX an incredibly handsome exterior. You'll love the ILX's overall sporty and sleek look that will ensure all eyes will be on you wherever you go. You'll also love all of the details on the ILX's exterior. The pentagon-shaped grille gives the car a nice touch, and Acura's Jewel Eye LED headlights provide a really beautiful and unique look. There are additional accessories that you're going to want to consider adding on too, like the underbody spoilers and chrome door mirror covers. 3. A Comfortable, Functional Interior While what's on the outside matters, your car's interior is important too. The new Acura ILX offers drivers an expertly crafted and designed interior. You'll love the incredible, high-quality materials that make up the inside of this car, and how comfortable and soft to the touch everything is. Several other interior features make this car wonderful to be in too. Heated front seats are perfect for chillier morning commutes. The car's Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control will keep you comfortable no matter what the weather outside is like. If you're planning on going on a road trip, you can count on the ILX's storage space to carry all your gear with you. 4. Technology You'll Love The 2021 ILX is equipped with several safety features that will protect you while you're on the road. Features like Road Departure Mitigation and Lane Keep Assist will make sure that you're always where you need to be. There are also connectivity features that make driving even more fun and convenient. The car comes for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, which make it easy to connect to the car's infotainment system. Once you connect, you can use the ELS STUDIO premium audio system to listen to your favorite music and podcasts. There's plenty to love about the new Acura ILX. If you're looking for a sedan with beautiful styling inside and out, great technological features, and incredible performance, then this power vehicle is the car for you. If you're ready to test drive this car, visit us today at Buerkle Acura.

The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is an amazing and magical place where you can see fantastic art in a beautiful outdoor setting. You and your family will enjoy touring the gardens and viewing the exhibitions that are available. You can also learn about art and get better at your own artistic endeavors. more The sculpture garden has been delighting guests since its opening in 1988. Since then, millions of people have visited to view the art and explore the grounds. The garden features art that is both modern and contemporary, so there is something special for art lovers of all kinds. People of every age are sure to be inspired and energized by the wonderful pieces that they discover. This garden is in the heart of Minneapolis with a gorgeous view of the city skyline in many areas of the property. The garden atmosphere in the urban setting adds a sense of excitement to the grounds and the art within them. The garden is open to the public every day of the year between the hours of 6 am and midnight, so almost everyone will be able to find a time to visit. Exhibitions One special part of the sculpture garden is the addition of special exhibitions that are temporary to the property. These often feature the work of a particular artist or work created in a particular genre. Some of the exhibitions even include performance art where the artist or another person will interact with the artwork. Events Take advantage of special events offered at the sculpture garden. These include presentations by artists where guests can meet the artists and ask questions about the work. Guests can also learn more about how the art was created and even some techniques for creating work of their own. Musical and theatrical performances are also a part of the garden's event schedule. See people creating musical and theatrical art as well as visual art. The garden also has some online-only events for people who cannot attend events in person or for those who want special enrichment at home. You will always be able to find an event to enjoy. Galleries Not everything in the sculpture garden is outdoors. The indoor galleries are always filled with amazing, transformative artwork that is intended to stimulate and inspire you. Come see the permanent galleries as well as those that are only available for a short time. From sculptures to paintings to artwork created in mixed media, there is something inspirational for the whole family. Galleries feature artists that are already established as well as those who are gaining popularity in the art scene. The sculpture garden in Minneapolis is a step out of the urban world and into a place of creation and wonder. You and your family will love visiting this property again and again, always discovering something new and wonderful. Come visit us at Buerkle Acura to view and test drive some fantastic vehicles. Choose one that will be perfect for taking your family to be enriched and educated at Minneapolis's fabulous sculpture garden.

The 2021 Acura RDX is a fantastic crossover SUV. Here's everything you need to know. more The Acura RDX's Basics You'll love driving the new Acura RDX. Anyone searching for a new crossover SUV will be delighted by the car's fun features and athletic feel as you head out on the town. 2021 has given the Acura RDX a few changes. You'll appreciate the fun, sporty engine as well as the car's overall bold appearance. But even more than that, you'll love how reliable, durable, and versatile this car is—making it perfect for a family vehicle or a car that's just for you. Pricing Options The 2021 RDX only offers one trim option, but you can customize the car to your specifications by checking out their packages. If you're just going with the standard vehicle, expect to spend around $38,400. If you go with the car's Technology package, you'll spend about $41,300 total and get features like Milano leather seats and the Acura Navigation System. You may also want to consider the A-Spec for around $44,300 which will offer you some nice touches to the exterior and surround sound. Finally, you've got the Advance package which will run you for a total of about $46,200 and provide things like heated and ventilated seats. Engine Under the hood of the Acura RDX, you'll find a 272-horsepower 2-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that provides you with fun, peppy performance on the road. The vehicle comes available in either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive if you like having a bit more control over your ride. Your front-wheel drive Acura RDX will provide you 22 mpg in the city, and out on the highway 28 mpg. If you've gone with the all-wheel drive option, you can expect 21 mpg in the city and 17 on the highway. Interior and Cargo The interior of the 2021 RDX is beautifully designed. If you've opted for the A-Spec package, you'll love all the additional detailing, but even the standard car is stylish and fun to be in. Seating is comfortable and supportive, and you'll love the optional heated and ventilated seats. If you're planning on taking your RDX on your next road trip, trust the car's storage capacity to take everything you need to bring with you. If you have larger items you're hauling around, then just fold the rear seats down for extra room. Technology It's super convenient to connect your phone to your vehicle's infotainment system using the integrated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There's also an available Premium Audio System which offers 16 speakers for a fantastic audio experience. You can also trust the car's safety features like its Blind Spot Information System to protect you on the road. You're guaranteed to love the feeling of driving the 2021 RDX. This crossover's convenience matched with its fun to drive feel makes it a favorite for drivers everywhere. Feel the power for yourself by visiting Buerkle Acura and test driving one today!

At Buerkle Automotive it’s not only about business. We care about our communities, customers and employees. We’re here for the long term, and we are dedicated to making the right choices to get us there. We are committed to ensure our employees and their families, our customers and our community at large are aware that their health and safety are a top priority at our dealerships. We have been, and will continue to, take proactive steps to maintain a safe environment for everyone walking through our doors. While remaining open for business our commitment to you includes: Communicating and following the health guidelines and evolving best practices issued by the CDC and other relevant local, state and federal authorities. Continuing to initiate and abide by health and safety protocols beyond our normal steps taken during cold and flu season such as: Increasing the frequency and thoroughness of cleaning and hygiene throughout the dealership. Providing additional alcohol-based hand sanitizers available to everyone. Educating our staff and providing resources such as hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and hand washing tips along with guidance on social interactions, meetings and workstation hygiene. Encouraging our employees to utilize our flexible leave practices which support employees who stay home from work when they or their family members are sick, without additional worries. Guaranteeing our customer lounges, showroom offices and vehicles are disinfected and sanitized throughout the day along with ensuring our cleaning company staff have instituted additional disinfecting and cleaning measures. We want to make it clear that we are in this together and we always have been. All of us at Buerkle Automotive understand that this issue is cause for concern to many, and our deepest sympathies go out to all those who have already been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. As the situation evolves, we will continue to make decisions with the health and well-being of our customers and associates, along with our employees and their families, as our highest priority. We are grateful for your loyalty and appreciate the privilege to serve you. Dave Buerkle                                      Mary Buerkle Owner and President/CEO                 Owner and COO

New Driver-Assist Features of the 2020 Acura MDX As a 3-row luxury SUV, the 2020 Acura MDX comes with plenty of creature comforts by way of both technology and design. But some of our favorite things about the MDX are its safety features. Notably, the entire suite of advanced safety features, AcuraWatch™, comes standard in every MDX 1. AcuraWatch includes: Collision Mitigation Braking System™ 2 Adaptive Cruise Control 3 Lane Keeping Assist System 4 Road Departure Mitigation 5 There are a few add-on driver-assist features that can make every ride not only safe, but free of worry. Many of these driver-assist features are available in the Technology Package. These include: The Blind Spot Information System Surround-View Camera Rear Cross Traffic Monitor When you’re toting your crew around town in an SUV, you want peace of mind. That’s why we want to make sure the MDX’s impressive array of safety features don’t go unnoticed. Come in to Buerkle Acura for a test drive and we’ll show you the whole set-up. Until then, get to know the 2020 Acura MDX a little more by exploring all its available features.

Employee Spotlight - Meet our Service Advisor, Dana Robison Dana had been our service advisor since early 2019, but that’s not the only department here at Buerkle that’s been fortunate enough to work with her. Almost five years ago, Dana started out as our cashier. She has always been someone who management took note of, because of her go-getter attitude. Once she learned all there was to know with cashiering, she took on accounting work, accounts receivable, titling, and other duties that weren’t necessarily in her job description. Since the cashier position works closely with the service staff, our service manager, Terry, recognized a true talent in Dana and approached her to join his team as a service advisor. She started with light duty maintenance work, and now her position has morphed into a newly created role as an internal service advisor. This new role is essential in overseeing all of Buerkle’s inventory and sold vehicles, which includes everything from the first inspection to after the vehicle is delivered. So what does Dana do when she’s not working? “Well....I work!” She answered, somewhat laughing. Dana is also a caretaker with her apartment complex, so when she gets home, she usually has an apartment to clean, snow to shovel, and other issues that can arise with her tenants (including having to evacuate everyone from the apartment building twice in one weekend due to fire alarms going off!). “So what do you do when you’re not caretaking and not at Buerkle Acura? Is there any ‘Dana’ time thrown in there?” “Terry always asks me that,” she said, grinning. When Dana does have a few moments to herself, she likes to have her nephew over, take him swimming in her pool, and hang out with her friends. I’m sure many in the service bay recognize her from her time in the cashier position, so please say “hi” next time you’re in!

Buerkle Acura is Minnesota's #1 Certified Acura Dealer There are three dealerships in Minnesota, and Buerkle Acura is proud to have earned the "# 1 Certified Acura Dealer" title last year, and we don't plan on stopping here! Buerkle Acura has earned its title as "#1 Certified Dealer" by selling the most certified Acura vehicles in Minnesota over the past year. This year was a great year for the certified Acura program, as Acura enhanced the program by extending the limited warranty and adding new benefits. The Acura Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles program is designed to provide our clients with a pre-owned Acura vehicle that meets high standards and is backed by a factory warranty. The main goal is to give our clients peace of mind, so they can enjoy the Acura experience to its fullest. These peace of mind benefits include: Comprehensive 182-Point Inspectio n Acura Certified Limited Warranty Emergency Roadside Assistance Trip Interruption Expense Reimbursement Rental Vehicle Reimbursement Concierge Service Three-Day Guarenteed Exchange Policy Complimentary 3-Month AcuraLink Trial Subscription And, exclusive to Buerkle Acura's customers, you are enrolled in our Buerkle Rewards Program, where you get: 2 FREE Oil changes 2 FREE Tire rotations $100 Paintless Dent Repair Credit Referral Program 5% back in service and more! Choosing an Acura Certified Pre-Owned vehicle from Buerkle Acura means you'll be receiving a great vehicle, for a great price, with a great warranty. Although Buerkle may have been #1 in Certified Sales last year, our clients are much more than a number. We push ourselves to deliver a high-level customer experience to all clients, from the minute you walk in the door, to driving home in your new certified Acura, to your first free services, and then on. We are about creating relationships with our clients, but don't take our word for it! Check out our Google Reviews, where we are ranked the highest across all Minnesota dealers. Ready for your next Certified Acura? View our inventory today!

Acura MDX PMC Edition Are you looking for the style of the supercar NSX, but without the $120,000+ price tag? Well, Buerkle Acura has something for you: the limited-edition Acura MDX PMC Edition. This MDX is hand-assembled at Acura's Performance Manufacturing Center, a 200,000 square foot manufacturing space, with a handpicked team of the best Acura technicians from all over the globe. This is the same facility that produces each and every NSX - and now every PMC ediition. The Acura MDX PMC edition combines the premium features of the MDX Advance Package with the sport character of the MDX A-Spec package - creating a unique and highly exclusive build in the lineup. When you purchase a PMC, you are purchasing an extremely rare and highly exclusive car. These exclusive design elements include: Valencia Red Pearl nano pigment paint One of the main showstoppers of this edition is the exclusive paint. The paint on this vehicle is unlike anything else (well, besides the NSX!).  It is equipped with 15-layers of paint- the same paint that graces the Acura NSX supercar, and is sure to turn heads when you are driving around. Black Out Also exclusive to the PMC are unique blacked-out parts including: Diamond Pentagon grille, 20-inch split-10-spoke wheels with black lug nuts, roof panel and roof antenna, gloss black exterior mirrors and door handles. And That's just the Beginning: This is one unique vehicle, and includes some other exclusive perks, such as: Unique PMC Edition numbered serial plaque Dual 4-inch black chrome exhaust finishers Gloss black wheel center caps (Chrome A-Mark) Premium black Milano Leather seats with Alcantara® inserts, black piping and red stitching Dimpled leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching Metal-finished paddle shifters Red stitched door panels, center console, headrests and front center armrest Premium floormats with metal A-Spec badging Don't take our word for it - come and see this showstopper before it is gone. Hurry in - there are only 330 units being built.

Employee Spotlight – Sandy, our Superstar Salesperson At Buerkle Acura, we have been very fortunate enough to have some outstanding employees throughout the years. We decided to lift the veil and introduce our customers to the people that make us who we are. Our very first employee spotlight will feature an amazing salesperson, Sandy Nobbe. Sandy first started with Buerkle Acura back in 2001. She was not new to the car business, but had previously been selling a domestic brand. When she had expressed interest to start selling luxury cars to her previous boss, she was turned down because she “didn't think she had what it took.”-boy was she wrong! Flash forward to 2019: not only is she still here, she has sold the most new Acura vehicles this year at our dealership. If you've been in for service or sales, you have probably seen Sandy walking around. She is the first one to greet a customer when they walk through the door, or sit and catch up with past clients who are waiting in the lounge for service. Many of her past clients and coworkers will agree with this next statement: Sandy is one spunky and caring individual, who will go the extra mile for both her friend and her clients. We have been very fortunate to have her work with Buerkle over the years. When she's not helping out at Buerkle, Sandy has a busy home life! Sandy has nine grand-kids, just “enough for a baseball team”, as she likes to say. She watches them often on the weekend with her husband Rusty, and you will usually catch her at Outpost on Thursday nights with one of her sisters. We hope you enjoyed reading about Sandy. She looks forward to welcoming you the next time you visit or call!

AcuraLink and You If you're anything like us, the two most advanced pieces of technology in your life are your phone and your car. So doesn't it make perfect sense that these two highly capable devices should be in sync with on another? That's where AcuraLink comes in. AcuraLink works with your compatible smartphone and data package to keep you connected with your Acura, no matter where you are. Download now to Demo the App Load the AcuraLink app from the App Store or Google Play onto your phone. Use the Demo feature to see how AcuraLink connects you to your vehicle and to outside assistance, if needed. Do you prefer learning by watching a video? Check out the one below, which provides an overview of the AcuraLink packages, features and complimentary trials.

Buerkle Acura Tires As Minnesotans, we've become accustomed to snow, sleet and raging winter storms. It only makes sense that our vehicles should be properly outfitted for the transition from crisp autumn afternoons to chilly winter evenings.When it comes to competition, Acura outshines in almost every way. Check out the chart below to see all the reasons Buerkle Acura should be your go-to for tire purchases! Acura Authorized Tire Program The Competition Pricing Aggressive national discounted pricing on all tires designed to allow dealers to compete in any local market. All pricing nationally competitive on over 2,500 AHM-approved SKUs. Small subset of tires are priced aggressively to provide the impression all tires are priced competitively. Nationwide Inventory Every Acura Original Equipment and Program tire stocked and ready for shipment (over 500,000 Acura program tires!) across the entire network. Acura tires available at select locations only. Product Returns Risk-free stocking allows return of any unused tires purchased from the program with no restrictions for up to 12 months with no questions asked. Time and unit restrictive policies are in place. Ranging from once quarterly with 5% max return amounts. Road Hazard 2-Year Road Hazard protection coverage includes 100% of tire replacement or repair for the entire 24 months at no additional cost. Online claims submission via website and mobile app with tracking. All claims paid electronically. Not all tires offered have road hazard coverage which is challenging for dealers to follow. The tires that do include 100% coverage only for the first year, then 50% for the 2nd year. No mobile app to upload claims is offered. Roadside Assistance* All tires include complementary roadside assistance. Towing, tire change service, vehicle lockout and fuel service also included at no cost. Roadside assistance benefits engage with only 1 program tire on the car or greater (does not need to be a full set to receive benefits). No similar coverage is offered. AHM Approved Tire Selection Complete lineup of original equipment tires and vast selection of AHM approved alternative options. All alternative options have an O.E. brand affiliation to ensure AHM quality standards. Not all original equipment tires are offered; only limited SKUs are available to Acura dealers at this time. Furthermore, some tires being sold are offshore/unknown brands that do not meet AHM quality standards. Competitive Pricing & 5% Back Our tires are priced competitively, and available rebates help bring the cost down more! In addition, as an exclusive Buerkle Acura Rewards Member, you receive 5% back in your rewards account to be used toward future purchases and service visits. See available tire rebates below: Buy With Buerkle: When you purchase tires with Buerkle Acura, you receive: 5% back in your Buerkle Rewards account Acura trained technicians and so much more! Next Steps: Call us at 763-424-4545 to schedule an appointment. If you aren't ready to make an appointment yet, we'll be happy to give you a quote over the phone. Otherwise, receive a quote online.

THE MDX LEADS IN COMFORT, SAFETY FEATURES, PERFORMANCE AND STYLING First-class seating in all three rows, standard safety and driver-assist technology features, advanced powertrain options and more make the MDX the industry’s perennial best-selling 3-row luxury SUV. Click here for the different packages available to the 2020 Acura MDX and the 2020 Acura MDX Hybrid. THIRD-ROW SEATING CAPACITY WHEN YOU NEED IT Class-leading interior space provides generous legroom, cup holders and storage throughout, tri-zone climate control and more, with multiple USB charging ports (including the third row, with the Advance Package). SAFETY FEATURES PRIORITIZED – AcuraWATCH™ IS STANDARD The MDX is the first luxury SUV in its segment with a comprehensive suite of advanced safety and driver-assist technologies as standard, including: Road Departure Mitigation system and Lane Keeping Assist System: Help keep the MDX from drifting out of its lane, or off the road. Collision Mitigation Braking System™: Alerts you to obstacles ahead and, in some cases, will even apply the brakes for you. EXPANDED DRIVER AWARENESS TECHNOLOGIES The MDX’s driver-assist technologies provide greater awareness of your surroundings: Blind spot information system and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor: Visible and audible cues alert you when signaling a lane change into an adjacent, occupied lane, or if vehicles approach from the side as you reverse; included with the Technology, Advance and A-Spec Packages. Surround View Camera shows the MDX’s immediate surroundings – including front-perspective and 360-degree view with guidelines – while parking; included in the Advance Package. SEAMLESS IPHONE AND ANDROID SMARTPHONE CONNECTION Apple CarPlay ® and Android Auto™ integration let you summon Siri ® or Google Assistant™ at the touch of a finger. Call, text by voice, get directions and play music via the MDX’s display, so you can keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. SEPARATE ENTERTAINMENT FOR REAR PASSENGERS The MDX’s Rear Entertainment System lets second- and third-row passengers listen to audio from the audio system or DVD Rear Entertainment System via wireless Personal Surround headphones or three separate audio jacks. A 9-inch screen lowers from an overhead console and plays DVDs or accepts RCA video and audio inputs; standard with Technology and Entertainment Package. An extra-wide 16.2-inch screen can play two shows via split screen, or view a wide aspect-ratio movie in cinematic splendor. It also adds HDMI input; standard with the Advance and Entertainment Package. Wireless streaming is included with the Advance Package. The Technology and Entertainment Package comes with second-row captain’s chairs and walk-through third-row access. The Advance and Entertainment Package adds a second-row bench seat for 7-person carrying capacity. (Note: Entertainment Package is only available with SH-AWD ®) EXCELLENT HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE WITH BREAKTHROUGH POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY The 2020 MDX’s 290-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine offers exhilarating performance while delivering efficiency among the best in its class. The direct-injected i-VTEC ® 24-valve engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic and available in two drivetrain configurations: The standard Front-Wheel Drive platform provides sure-footed handling, saves weight and provides better fuel efficiency for those who don’t need all-wheel drive. Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD ®) provides all-season confidence and sharper handling, optimizing power at each wheel; standard on the A-Spec Package. The MDX with Sport Hybrid SH-AWD is NSX supercar technology in SUV form. A high-output 3.0-liter, 24-valve i-VTEC engine is paired with a 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission and three electric motors that assist acceleration, braking and cornering for incredible handling and performance in almost any driving situations. The MDX’s Sport Hybrid SH-AWD drivetrain puts 321 combined horsepower on tap, with enhanced handling thanks to torque vectoring technology and dramatic off-the-line acceleration. PREMIUM AUDIO FOR TOTAL SOUND IMMERSION Engineered by multi-GRAMMY ® Award-winning producer Elliot (ELS) Scheiner, the 10-speaker Acura/ELS Studio ® Premium Audio System provides an incredibly rich concert hall experience for occupants in all three rows. An 8-inch subwoofer in a tuned enclosure in the cargo area delivers powerful bass. The Technology Package with Rear Entertainment adds a ceiling-mounted speaker for amazing rear-seat surround sound, along with second-row captain’s chairs. The Advance Package with Rear Entertainment adds two more speakers for even more immersive audio. Play your music the way you want it via: Apple CarPlay ® and Android Auto™ integration Built-in HDD media storage USB port and Bluetooth ® streaming MP3, WMA and DTS-compatible disc player STAND OUT WITH A-SPEC STYLING It’s all new and eye-catching, with: Wider 20-inch wheels Dark chrome trim, aggressive front fascia and LED fog lights Metallic Sequential SportShift paddle shifters and stainless steel sport pedals Sport seats with perforated Milano Premium Leather and Alcantara ® -trimmed interior with contrast stitching and piping Red instrument lighting Available red interior GET A HEAD START ON WARMING UP OR COOLING DOWN Remote Engine Start lets you start your MDX’s engine, so the climate control system can automatically cool or warm the cabin before your arrival – from up to 328 feet away, much farther than the typical remote start; standard on the Technology Package and higher trims, or as a standalone dealer-installed option.