Audi is looking to sell its electric vehicles by making them look cool. Among the many cool people that help with that initiative, one that stands out is a man named Kenneth Block. If you haven’t heard of Ken Block, then you must have lost your phone years ago and never had access to YouTube or the internet. The co-founder of DC Shoes looked to sell his product by marrying his passion for racing. Block’s Rally and RallyCross career is littered with triumph, but no world titles to his name.
However, he is by far the most popular rally driver if views of his YouTube videos are used as a yardstick. Naturally, he was the perfect fit for Audi, and they have built him a very special RS E-Tron GT to drive every day, and it looks spectacularly cool.
The White On White Audi RS E-Tron GT Of Ken Block
This new matte-white Audi RS E-Tron GT is Ken Block’s new daily driver. Block debuted his special electric Audi in the first of a six-part video series called Electric Fleet. In the video, Block states that while he has been working with some matte-black painted cars, he has decided to go with a matte white scheme for his new venture with Audi. Block's RS E-Tron GT is finished similarly in matte white with black trim. The low-slung four-door electric coupe looks like a Star Wars storm trooper.
The Blocks new RS E-Tron GT also packs some of his signature style and taste as expected. The mismatching wheel designs were custom-built for the car by Rotiform and are finished in white. The wheen design was chosen by Block’s fans on Instagram. The 6-spoke NGO design was the most popular choice, and it can be seen on the rear wheels. However, at the front are the turbo-style Aerodisc that not only look cool but help clean out the airflow for improved driving range. The wheels come wrapped in Toyo Sport tires for everyday driving. However, for when the Block fancies a drive up the canyons, he claims that he would use a set of Toyo Celsius all-season tires.
The roof-mounted carrier is an Audi accessory that Block looks to transport his snowboard and boots, which are designed by his company – DC Shoes.
Ken Block’s Audi RS E-Tron GT: Performance
When it comes to the powertrain, mechanical, or electronics, Block’s RS E-Tron GT features no changes. The car is factory-spec from Audi with Blocks personal flare. However, that doesn’t mean the electric four-door coupe is a slouch. The car features a massive 84 kWh liquid-cooled, lithium-ion battery pack that powers a dual-motor setup. In this all-wheel-drive configuration, the RS E-Tron GT packs a combined 590 horsepower and 612 pound-feet of torque. An over-boost function allows the car to launch with an increased power output of 637 horsepower.
Without the roof-mounted carrier, Audi claims the RS E-Tron GT is capable of accelerating from 0-62 miles per hour in just 3.3 seconds. It will go on to hit a top speed of 155 miles per hour.
Options On Ken Block’s RS E-Tron GT
The interior of Ken Block’s RS E-Tron GT doesn’t get an over-the-top overhaul. It is factory spec with a few options thrown in. The interior is in full contrast to the exterior. The cabin is draped in all-black upholstery and trim. The only noticeable optional feature is the suede leather-wrapped steering wheel. The remainder of the interior is entirely stock, but is fully equipped with all the latest tech and gadgets offered by Audi from factory.
The only other noticeable option Block’s RS E-Tron GT comes equipped with is the massive set of carbon-ceramic brakes that help in improved stopping power.
Audi And Block’s Master Plans
Audi had roped in the famous Gymkhana driver in 2021 as an ambassador for the brand. Unlike his other cars in the past that were aftermarket built with manufacturer assistance, Block will now be driving cars that are Audi factory built. In the recent past, Audi and Block had revealed the very special Audi S1 E-Tron Quattro Hoonitron. A special homage to the S1 Quattro with an electric powertrain that would debut in an upcoming Gymkhana video, dubbed Electrikhana.
As far as his daily driver RS E-Tron GT is concerned, Block stated in the video that he has yet to drive his RS E-Tron GT. But at the very end, he was seen driving it away out of the garage. The content for the remainder of the Electric Fleet series is unknown at the time, however, a sneak preview at the very end suggests that the next video will be Block showing off the acceleration prowess of the car.